Detention Officer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onSouth Arch Street, Little Rock, Big Rock Township, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72202, United States
As a Deputy in the Pulaski County Sheriff's Detention division, you will serve as the frontline guardian of the Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility. This safety-sensitive position is critical to maintaining order, security, and compliance with federal, state, and local statutes within a controlled detention environment. You will be responsible for the direct supervision of inmates, ensuring their custody and control while managing daily facility operations, from housing unit inspections to emergency response.
Your day will involve a dynamic mix of direct inmate interaction, surveillance, and administrative duties. You will conduct regular counts, perform searches for contraband, and enforce facility rules while documenting all activities and incidents. The role requires constant alertness to prevent disruptions such as fights, escapes, or self-harm, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies, including riots or combative situations. You will also manage inmate movements for medical visits, court appearances, and work programs, ensuring security is maintained at all times.
This position operates within a high-security detention environment where constant supervision and surveillance are necessary to ensure personal safety and facility integrity. The work schedule is variable, requiring flexibility to work shifts and overtime as needed. The role is physically demanding, often requiring the ability to restrain hostile or combative detainees, climb stairs, and run to emergency scenes. You will also be responsible for the armed transport of inmates to courts, hospitals, and other law enforcement agencies.
The Pulaski County Sheriff's Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to the extent medically and reasonably feasible. Essential functions of this role, including attendance and the ability to work under stress, are evaluated on an individual basis.
Work model: On-site
South Arch Street, Little Rock, Big Rock Township, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72202, United States
Little Rock, Arkansas
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Skills: Federal Statutes, State Statutes, Local Statutes, Correctional Methods, Detention Methods, Correctional Practices, Detention Practices, Correctional Procedures, Detention Procedures, Departmental Policy.
Education: High school or GED equivalency, or equivalent combination of experience or training.
Pulaski County Government operates as the primary administrative body for Pulaski County, Arkansas, delivering essential public services to residents and businesses within the region. Based in Little Rock, the organization manages a wide array of governmental functions, including public safety, infrastructure maintenance, social services, and community development initiatives. The agency serves as the central point of contact for local governance, ensuring that county operations run efficiently and in compliance with state regulations.
The organization focuses on serving the diverse population of Pulaski County by coordinating resources across various departments to address community needs. Its footprint extends throughout the county, facilitating access to critical services for citizens, local enterprises, and visiting organizations. By maintaining official communication channels and public records, the entity supports transparency and civic engagement within the local government framework. This administrative structure plays a vital role in sustaining the daily operations and long-term planning efforts for the Little Rock metropolitan area and surrounding communities.
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Experience
Mid Level
Education
High school or GED equivalency, or equivalent combination of experience or training
Job Type
Full-Time