Corrections Officer: Security & Inmate Oversight

State of Arkansas; New Port (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Officer at Grimes Unit in Newport. This role oversees inmate security, enforces facility rules, and conducts searches and incident reporting to ensure safe operations.

Minimum education is a high school diploma. Duties include supervising inmates, maintaining logs, and coordinating with staff during shifts in a safety-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to manage and de-escalate high-tension situations calmly and effectively.
• Proficient monitoring of inmate behaviors and identification of risks.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and emergency responses.
• Strong, quick decision-making under stress or in emergencies.
• Knowledge of self-defense tactics as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the security and conduct of inmates in cells, during meals, meetings, recreation, visits, and work assignments.
• Maintain facility perimeter security and monitor for disturbances or escapes.
• 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 appearances, and work assignments.
• Attend shift briefings to discuss incidents and security improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

De-escalation

Security monitoring

Report writing

Physical fitness

Decision making under pressure

Self-defense

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The State of Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Officer at Grimes Unit in Newport. This role oversees inmate security, enforces facility rules, and conducts searches and incident reporting to ensure safe operations.

Minimum education is a high school diploma. Duties include supervising inmates, maintaining logs, and coordinating with staff during shifts in a safety-sensitive environment.