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State of Arkansas
Corrections Officer: Protect, Monitor, Respond
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$54,439 / year median in Arkansas
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary The State of Arkansas is seeking a Corrections Officer at Grimes Unit in Newport to maintain inmate security and enforce facility rules. The role requires strong observation, reporting, and physical readiness within a state correctional facility.
Starting salary is $50,845 with a range up to $75,251. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with emphasis on de-escalation, detailed incident reporting, and adherence to safety protocols.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description The State of Arkansas is seeking a Corrections Officer at Grimes Unit in Newport to maintain inmate security and enforce facility rules. The role requires strong observation, reporting, and physical readiness within a state correctional facility.
Starting salary is $50,845 with a range up to $75,251. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with emphasis on de-escalation, detailed incident reporting, and adherence to safety protocols.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Starting salary is $50,845 with a range up to $75,251. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with emphasis on de-escalation, detailed incident reporting, and adherence to safety protocols.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description The State of Arkansas is seeking a Corrections Officer at Grimes Unit in Newport to maintain inmate security and enforce facility rules. The role requires strong observation, reporting, and physical readiness within a state correctional facility.
Starting salary is $50,845 with a range up to $75,251. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with emphasis on de-escalation, detailed incident reporting, and adherence to safety protocols.#J-18808-Ljbffr