Corrections Officer: Security & Inmate Oversight

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

Job summary

State of Arkansas' Northeast Arkansas Community Corrections Center – Osceola seeks a Corrections Officer to maintain security and oversee inmate work and behavior in a correctional facility.

This safety-sensitive role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to de-escalate high-tension situations, monitor inmate activities, perform physically demanding tasks, and produce detailed incident reports. Salary starts at $50,845 with a range up to $75,251.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum qualifications as stated in the posting.
• Safety-sensitive position with random drug testing.
• Knowledge of inmate supervision laws and policies.

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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

De-escalation

Situational monitoring

Inmate reporting

Physical fitness

Decision making

Self-defense

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

State of Arkansas' Northeast Arkansas Community Corrections Center – Osceola seeks a Corrections Officer to maintain security and oversee inmate work and behavior in a correctional facility.

This safety-sensitive role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to de-escalate high-tension situations, monitor inmate activities, perform physically demanding tasks, and produce detailed incident reports. Salary starts at $50,845 with a range up to $75,251.