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Accreditation Specialist
The Accreditation Specialist provides administrative and technical support for accreditation and compliance activities across ADC units. Under general supervision, this position assists with organizing and maintaining documentation required for audits and inspections, participates in facility walkthroughs, and supports accreditation readiness efforts.
Class Code:
SCP01I
Job Grade:
SGS03
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Conducts regular internal audits and inspections of the department’s facilities to assess adherence to accreditation standards. Prepares audit reports and works with facility management to address non-compliance issues or potential areas for improvement. Reviews, develops, and recommends policy revisions to ensure compliance with accreditation requirements. Collaborates with department leadership to implement any necessary changes to internal procedures and protocols. Serves as the primary liaison between the Arkansas Department of Corrections and accrediting organizations, ensuring timely and effective communication. Coordinates site visits and ensures that external reviewers have the necessary information and access to assess compliance.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Familiar with accreditation standards and processes, particularly those related to the correctional field (e.g., ACA, state, and federal regulations). Knowledge of correctional facility operations, including security, inmate management, and rehabilitation programs. Familiarity with audit and compliance processes in a governmental or correctional setting. Able to use office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Excel) and specialized accreditation management tools.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of one year of experience in a role related to corrections, compliance, auditing, or accreditation, including experience in managing or supporting the accreditation process. 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.
Required Certificates:
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.
Exempt:
N