Corrections Officer — Security, De‑escalation & Impact

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

Job summary

State of Arkansas – Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer to maintain security and supervise inmate activities at Randall L. Williams Unit in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The role requires vigilance, physical capability, and adherence to safety policies.

Responsibilities include conducting security checks, documenting incidents, escorting inmates, and providing reliable shift briefings. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with the department emphasising equal

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to manage high-tension situations and maintain safety.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmate security and conduct during cells, groups, meals, visits and work assignments.
• Maintain perimeter security and monitor for disturbances or escape attempts.
• Perform security checks of buildings and grounds, including searches and shakedowns.
• Maintain logs for work release inmates and write incident reports.
• Escort inmates to visitations, court, and work assignments.
• Attend shift briefings to discuss incidents and security weaknesses.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

De-escalation

Security monitoring

Report writing

Physical fitness

Decision making

Self-defense

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

State of Arkansas – Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer to maintain security and supervise inmate activities at Randall L. Williams Unit in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The role requires vigilance, physical capability, and adherence to safety policies.

Responsibilities include conducting security checks, documenting incidents, escorting inmates, and providing reliable shift briefings. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with the department emphasising equal