Top 7 Correctional officer Jobs in Arkansas

CORRECTIONS OFFICER
State of Arkansas —Arkansas
- $50,845 - $75,251 a year
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
1d
Detention Deputy / Corrections Officer
Garland County Detention Center —Hot Springs National Park, AR
- $56,849 a year
- Overtime
- Medication administration
- Psychiatry
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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MALE Correctional Officer
Sebastian County Adult Detention Center —Fort Smith, AR
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Detention Officer
City of Arlington —Ott, AR
- Full-time
- Serving
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
Contract Process Officer
LaSalle Corrections —Little Rock, AR
- $19.44 an hour
- Contract
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- SharePoint
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Deputy Jailer
Hot Spring County Detention Center —Malvern, AR
- $34,000 - $35,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Serving
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Correctional Officer
The State of Oklahoma —United States
- $44,680.90 - $46,924.80 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English

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Detention Deputy / Corrections Officer
Garland County Detention Center —Hot Springs National Park, AR
Possess and maintain a valid Arkansas driver’s license. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license. Willingness to pursue certification standards.
$56,849 a year
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Deputy Jailer
Hot Spring County Detention Center —Malvern, AR
Other specialized job requirements include a valid Arkansas driver’s license and certification by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement (CLEST) as a…
$34,000 - $35,000 a year
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Correctional Officer
London Correctional Institution —London, OH
Those selected will receive regular pay increases up to max pay $34.89 with incentives. *_. *Maintaining control of the institution to provide for safety and…
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CORRECTIONS OFFICER

State of Arkansas -
Arkansas

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Job Details

$50,845 - $75,251 a year
1 day ago

Qualifications

Correctional facility patrol procedures
Crisis prevention
Correctional facility incident response
Correctional facility report writing
Incident management
Correctional facility access control procedures
Incident report management
Correctional search and seizure procedures
De-escalation techniques
Conflict de-escalation
Mid-level
High school diploma or GED
Decision making
Experience working with incarcerated individuals
Perimeter security enforcement
Security escort duties

Full Job Description

Date: Jul 28, 2026
Req ID: 58839

Location:
Statewide, AR, US, 99999

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Category: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00

Position Number: 22083303
County: Statewide
Posting End Date: 8/4/2026
Anticipated Starting Salary: $50,845.00

LOCATION INFORMATION

This is a statewide recruitment for the position of Correctional Officer. Applicants will be considered for placement at one or more locations listed below based on hiring needs and candidate preference.

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.

All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.

Position Information

Job Series: Corrections Officers - Career-path

Classification: Corrections Officer

Class Code: SCO05P

Pay Grade: LES02

Salary Range: $50,845 - $75,251

Job Summary
The Corrections Officer is responsible for maintaining security and overseeing the work and behavior of inmates in a correctional facility. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Primary Responsibilities
Supervise the security and conduct of inmates in cells, during group meetings, meals, recreation, visitations, and work assignments. Maintain perimeter security by monitoring the facility for escapees and/or disturbances. Perform security checks of buildings and grounds, including shakedowns and searches of inmates. Maintain logs for work release inmates and write incident reports. Escort inmates to visitations, court, and work assignments. Attend shift briefings to discuss incidents, problems, and weak points in security. Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to manage and de-escalate high-tension situations calmly and effectively. Proficient in monitoring behaviors and identifying potential security risks. Monitor inmate activities and write detailed reports. Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including emergency responses. Quick and sound decision-making in high-stress or emergency’s. Exercise self-defense tactics when necessary.
Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

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