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$82k–$121k/yr
Full-time
high school
Posted 7d ago
Apply by Aug 13
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Corrections Major oversees daily correctional facility operations, including security, inmate management, and the supervision of subordinate staff. They are responsible for implementing policies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws to maintain a safe and rehabilitative environment.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and at least five years of experience in correctional security or law enforcement. This experience must include a minimum of four years in a supervisory capacity.
Full job description
Position Number: 22084558 County: Statewide Posting End Date: 8/12/2026 Anticipated Starting Salary: $81,887.10 Location: Statewide
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 - Competitive
Classification: Corrections Major
Class Code: SCO04C
Pay Grade: LES07
Salary Range: $81,887 - $121,193
Job Summary
The Corrections Major is a senior-level law enforcement position within the Arkansas Department of Corrections. The role involves overseeing correctional facility operations and supervising a team of staff to ensure the safety, security, and effective management of offenders. The Corrections Major is responsible for strategic planning, implementation of policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws governing the correctional system. The individual in this role will be a key figure in the administration of a correctional institution, playing a significant role in maintaining order, supporting rehabilitative efforts, and managing operational and personnel challenges.
Primary Responsibilities
Directly oversee correctional staff, including captains, lieutenants, sergeants, and officers within a specific facility or area of operations.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to subordinate staff to ensure effective performance, discipline, and morale.
Develop and implement staffing schedules, training programs, and performance evaluations for all personnel under supervision.
Actively engage in recruiting, training, and retention strategies for correctional staff.
Ensure that all operations within the correctional facility are running efficiently, including security measures, inmate management, and maintenance of safety standards.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety protocols, security systems, and emergency procedures to prevent and address any incidents or disturbances.
Ensure that all state and federal laws, policies, and regulations governing corrections are followed within the facility.
Develop, review, and enforce correctional facility policies and procedures, and ensure they are up-to-date and align with best practices.
Oversee facility budgets, ensuring the efficient use of resources and adherence to budgetary constraints
Ensure that offender rehabilitation and educational programs are in place and functioning, aiming to reduce recidivism and support the successful reintegration of offenders into society.
Serve as a liaison between the correctional facility and the Arkansas Department of Corrections' leadership.
Knowledge and Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of correctional facility operations, including safety and security protocols.
Deep understanding of Arkansas Department of Corrections policies, state and federal criminal justice regulations, and inmate management techniques.
Knowledge of crisis management, emergency response, and incident command systems within a correctional environment.
Familiarity with correctional rehabilitation programs, vocational training, and offender reentry initiatives.
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and motivate a diverse team of correctional professionals.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with staff, inmates, and external stakeholders.
Ability to analyze complex situations, make critical decisions under pressure, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to maintain discipline, order, and security in a correctional facility while ensuring fairness and adherence to legal and ethical standards.
Ability to manage and resolve conflicts among staff and inmates effectively and professionally.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma, plus five years of experience in correctional security or law enforcement, including four years in a supervisory capacity.
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.
The Arkansas Department of Corrections is committed to public safety and providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.
Offices: 6814 Princeton Pike, Pine Bluff, AR 71602, US
The Arkansas Department of Corrections is committed to public safety and providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.
Offices: 6814 Princeton Pike, Pine Bluff, AR 71602, US