Correctional Corporal

Correctional Corporal – Arkansas Department of Corrections – Tucker, AR.

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• $40,340.00 - $58,493.00 Summary The Arkansas Department of Correction / Department of Community Correction (ADC / DCC) Corporal is responsible for maintaining security and directing the activities of inmates / residents during an assigned shift or observing the behavior of inmates / residents and documenting records as required.
• This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency / institution policy.
• Functions Provides job training, monitors the work activities of inmates / residents by guarding them while they are on work-release, maintaining inventory of all keys, tools, and equipment, and keeping a firm count of inmates / residents at all times.
• Conducts daily searches of contraband both inside and outside the facility.
• Manages specific programs, such as inmate / resident property, inmate / resident discipline and job training.
• Performs security checks of buildings and grounds.
• Searches inmates / residents and their living quarters.
• Prepares and maintains written reports concerning incidences of inmate / residents disturbances and / or injuries and disciplinary actions.
• Attends various meetings, including briefings to discuss incidents and problems, security issues, and inspections during shifts.
• Escorts and transports inmates / residents to work assignments, other unit areas, or court hearings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Dimensions Frequent shift work, exposure to danger, and emergency on-call duty may be required.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of correctional department policies and procedures.
• Ability to assign and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to supervise inmates / residents performing work tasks.
• Ability to write reports, read, and understand rules and regulations.
• Ability to conduct investigations.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating / maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform security inspection of buildings and grounds.
• Required Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical assessment test.

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