Inmate Services Aide

Pulaski County Government; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulaski County Government in Little Rock, AR seeks a dedicated staff member to assist with inmate services in the Sheriff - Detention division. You will help with library access, barber services, recreation equipment, and scheduling activities in housing units to support inmates and staff.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, the ability to follow instructions, maintain records, communicate clearly, and work a full shift with reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in service or recreational support preferred.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and maintain simple records.
• Good communication skills and reliability for shift work in a detention setting.

Responsibilities

• Load and deliver library materials to housing units.
• Schedule inmate library time and barber services; maintain logs of visits.
• Maintain and replace recreational equipment as directed.
• Assist with setting up rooms for inmate services and events.
• Collect and route inmate requests, property receipts, and mail.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Time scheduling

Record keeping

Oral and written communication

Follow instructions

Shift work

Attendance and reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Brief Description

Department: Sheriff - Detention

Position Control Number: 0418-

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is not designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test: No

Opening Date: September 4, 2026

Closing Date: September 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting with the provision of inmate services.

Essential Job Functions

• Loads mobile library cart; delivers to housing units.
• Receives inmate requests for time spent in the law library; schedules library time for inmates.
• Maintains log of all inmate visits to the law library.
• Receives inmate requests for barber services; schedules barber appointments for inmates.
• Maintains and replaces outdoor/indoor recreational equipment such as basketballs, chess games, checker games, and dominos as directed by supervisor.
• Assists with setting up the room for inmate services such as religious services, counseling sessions, educational services, etc. by moving chairs, equipment, and supplies.
• Assists with inmate marriage services such as obtaining necessary forms.
• Collects and distributes to appropriate personnel inmate requests/complaints, property receipts, inmate mail, and other communications.

Secondary Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a smoking-restricted office environment. Movement within the Detention Facility is required.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Good knowledge of departmental policies and procedures governing inmate services.
• Ability to develop time schedules.
• Ability to maintain simple records.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work shift work.
• Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity is necessary for use of a computer screen.
• Digital dexterity is necessary for keyboard operation.
• Ability to lift and carry loads up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to push loaded mobile carts.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in person and by telephone.
• Ability to travel to other areas of the detention facility.

Education And Experience

Completion of high school or GED equivalency; some experience with recreational, educational, or service program support; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, child maltreatment check, and adult maltreatment check.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Summary

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