Corrections Officer: High-Impact Security & Inmate Oversight

State of Arkansas; Tucker (AR); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Corrections Officer at the Tucker facility (Larry B. Norris Unit). You will supervise inmate activities, maintain security, and enforce rules under state and federal law.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; safety-sensitive position with drug testing. Compensation ranges from $50,845 to $75,251 annually, with opportunities for advancement within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum qualifications subject to discretion and policy.
• Equal employment opportunities statement provided by the department.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the security and conduct of inmates in cells, meetings, meals, recreation, visitations, and work assignments.
• Maintain perimeter security and monitor for disturbances or escape attempts.
• Perform security checks of buildings and grounds, including searches of inmates.
• Maintain logs for work release inmates and write incident reports.
• Escort inmates to visitations, court, and work assignments.

Skills

De-escalation

Security monitoring

Report writing

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Arkansas, Department of Corrections, is seeking a Corrections Officer at the Tucker facility (Larry B. Norris Unit). You will supervise inmate activities, maintain security, and enforce rules under state and federal law.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; safety-sensitive position with drug testing. Compensation ranges from $50,845 to $75,251 annually, with opportunities for advancement within the department.