Corrections Officer — Security, Oversight & Safe Facilities

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

Job summary

The State of Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Officer at Varner Unit in Grady. You will maintain security and oversee inmate behavior in a state-run facility, following agency policy and applicable laws.

Candidates must perform de-escalation, detailed reporting, and physically demanding tasks as required, with safety as a priority. This role is based on the Corrections Officer career-path and requires strong situational awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to de-escalate high-tension situations.
• Strong observation and reporting skills.
• Physical fitness for security tasks.

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 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 and weak points in security.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

The State of Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Officer at Varner Unit in Grady. You will maintain security and oversee inmate behavior in a state-run facility, following agency policy and applicable laws.

Candidates must perform de-escalation, detailed reporting, and physically demanding tasks as required, with safety as a priority. This role is based on the Corrections Officer career-path and requires strong situational awareness.