Corrections Officer: Security & Inmate Oversight

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

Job summary

The State of Arkansas invites applications for a Corrections Officer at White River Corrections Center in Batesville. The role maintains security, oversees inmate work and conduct, and ensures compliance with laws and facility policy.

This safety-sensitive position requires the ability to supervise inmates, perform security checks, write incident reports, and respond to emergencies. Minimum education is high school diploma; pay range $50,845 to $75,251; posting closes 12/31/2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the security and conduct of inmates in cells, during group meetings, meals, recreation, visitations, and work assignments.
• Maintain perimeter security by monitoring the facility for escapees and/or disturbances.
• Perform security checks of buildings and grounds, including shakedowns and searches of inmates.
• Maintain logs for work release inmates and write incident reports.
• Escort inmates to visitations, court, and work assignments.
• Attend shift briefings to discuss incidents, problems, and weak points in security.

Skills

De-escalation

Inmate supervision

Security awareness

Report writing

Decision making under pressure

Self-defense

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Arkansas invites applications for a Corrections Officer at White River Corrections Center in Batesville. The role maintains security, oversees inmate work and conduct, and ensures compliance with laws and facility policy.

This safety-sensitive position requires the ability to supervise inmates, perform security checks, write incident reports, and respond to emergencies. Minimum education is high school diploma; pay range $50,845 to $75,251; posting closes 12/31/2026.