Corrections Sergeant: Lead & Secure Facility Teams

State of Arkansas; Arkansas; On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Sergeant to oversee operations and supervise correctional staff across multiple facilities. Responsibilities include directing officers, ensuring safety, conducting inspections, and reporting incidents in accordance with policy.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and at least two years in correctional security or law enforcement, with one year in a leadership role.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of correctional security or law enforcement experience, including one year in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the activities of correctional officers by assigning and reviewing work, providing training, and evaluating performance.
• Ensure the safety and security of the facility by conducting regular inspections, including shakedowns and searches of inmates and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to policies and procedures by correctional staff and inmates.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents within the facility, including inmate disturbances, medical emergencies, and security breaches.
• Investigate and report incidents, inmate misconduct, and security breaches.
• Prepare detailed reports on incidents, inmate behavior, and security checks.
• Assist in the coordination of inmate transportation to medical appointments, court appearances, and other facilities.
• Provide guidance and support to correctional officers in handling difficult situations and resolving conflicts.
• Participate in shift briefings to discuss incidents, problems, and security issues.
• Maintain accurate records of inmate counts, incidents, and other relevant information.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Incident reporting

Emergency response

Facility security

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Arkansas Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Sergeant to oversee operations and supervise correctional staff across multiple facilities. Responsibilities include directing officers, ensuring safety, conducting inspections, and reporting incidents in accordance with policy.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and at least two years in correctional security or law enforcement, with one year in a leadership role.