Position Number: 22085280
County: Jefferson
Posting End Date: 2/5/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155.00
Location: Central Office - Pine Bluff
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.
Class Code: G340C
Grade: GS06
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00
The Arkansas Department of Corrections (ADC) Assistant Inmate Grievance Coordinator is responsible for analyzing and reviewing Inmate grievances from multiple units. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.
Interprets agency administrative directives, policies, and procedures. Investigate and analyze Inmate grievances from multiple units. Research, prepare, and organize written and oral reports. Review evidence and submit a response for review/signature to the Deputy Director. Maintain grievance files and reports of grievance outcomes and resolutions. Review and determine if grievances are to be acknowledged or rejected. Ensure all documentation is present for court proceedings. Assist and train Unit Grievance staff. Formulates responses by reviewing all evidence, including videos, witness statements, and documentation. Participates in policy committee meetings to provide input on needed revisions and changes to grievance policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the agency’s policies and procedures.
Knowledge of research principles and applications.
Knowledge of state and federal laws governing the rights of inmates.
Ability to investigate and analyze inmate grievances.
Ability to prepare and organize written and oral reports.
Ability to review evidence for accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidential files.
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus, three years of advanced training in criminal justice, police law enforcement, correction technology, or a related field. Experience in analyzing inmate grievances, reviewing documents, compiling reports, or a related field.
OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THE 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.
