Corrections Sergeant: Lead Security & Team Oversight

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

Job summary

The State of Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Sergeant to oversee Corrections Corporals and Officers, ensuring the safety and security of inmates and staff. The role involves supervising activities, implementing policies, and maintaining order within the facility.

It requires a high school diploma or equivalent with two years in correctional security or law enforcement, including one year in a leadership capacity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma equivalent and two years of correctional security or law enforcement experience.
• At least one year in a leadership capacity.
• Promotion to the next classification level is discretionary based on performance and organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise correctional officers and direct their activities.
• Ensure facility safety through inspections, searches, and policy enforcement.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents within the facility and document them.
• Prepare detailed incident and security reports and coordinate inmate transportation when needed.

Skills

Operational strategies

Safety and security

Policy adherence

Dispute resolution

Public safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Arkansas Department of Corrections seeks a Corrections Sergeant to oversee Corrections Corporals and Officers, ensuring the safety and security of inmates and staff. The role involves supervising activities, implementing policies, and maintaining order within the facility.

It requires a high school diploma or equivalent with two years in correctional security or law enforcement, including one year in a leadership capacity.