Corrections Sergeant: Lead Security & Inmate Safety

State of Arkansas; Tucker (AR); On-site; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas is hiring a Corrections Sergeant at the Larry B. Norris Unit in Tucker to oversee Corrections Corporals and Officers, ensuring inmate and staff safety and enforcing facility policies.

Applicants must have two years in correctional security or law enforcement, with at least one year in a leadership role, and ServSafe certification may be considered. This is a Safety Sensitive position with drug testing and a starting salary around $61,523 and a range up to $91,054.

Qualifications

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma and two years of correctional security or law enforcement experience, including one year in a leadership capacity.
• Certification or licensure not required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the activities of correctional officers by assigning and reviewing work, providing training, and evaluating performance.
• Ensure safety and security by conducting inspections, searches, and shakedowns.
• Monitor adherence to policies by staff and inmates.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents within the facility.
• Investigate and report incidents, misconduct, and security breaches.
• Prepare detailed reports on incidents and counts.
• Coordinate inmate transportation to medical appointments and court appearances.

Skills

Operational strategy

Situational evaluation

Conflict resolution

Policy compliance

Public safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma-equivalent

Job description

State of Arkansas is hiring a Corrections Sergeant at the Larry B. Norris Unit in Tucker to oversee Corrections Corporals and Officers, ensuring inmate and staff safety and enforcing facility policies.

Applicants must have two years in correctional security or law enforcement, with at least one year in a leadership role, and ServSafe certification may be considered. This is a Safety Sensitive position with drug testing and a starting salary around $61,523 and a range up to $91,054.