Accreditation Analyst

position number:

county: lee

posting end date: 11/3/2026

anticipated starting salary: $43,088.03

location: east arkansas regional unit (earu) - brickeys

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.

classification: accreditation analyst

class code: sac
01p

pay grade: sgs
04

salary range: $43,088 - $63,770

the accreditation analyst performs advanced analytical, administrative, and technical work in support of accreditation, compliance, and quality assurance activities across arkansas department of corrections (adc) units. Under the general supervision of an accreditation supervisor, this position independently conducts audits and inspections, analyzes compliance data, evaluates policies and procedures, and develops recommendations to maintain accreditation standards.

• conducts comprehensive internal audits and inspections of department facilities to evaluate compliance with accreditation standards, applicable state and federal regulations, and established department policies and procedures.
• analyzes audit findings, inspection results, and compliance documentation to identify deficiencies, assess operational risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• reviews, evaluates, and recommends revisions to department policies, procedures, and operational protocols to maintain alignment with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• serves as a technical liaison with accrediting organizations, facilitating communication, coordinating site visits, and ensuring the timely submission of required documentation.
• provides technical guidance and training to facility personnel on accreditation standards, documentation requirements, audit procedures, and compliance practices.
• maintains accreditation records, compliance databases, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and readiness for internal and external reviews.

• knowledge of accreditation standards, methodologies, and compliance requirements applicable to correctional institutions, including american correctional association (aca) standards and relevant state and federal regulations.
• knowledge of auditing principles, compliance monitoring, risk assessment, corrective action planning, and quality assurance practices.
• ability to interpret accreditation standards, regulations, policies, and procedures and evaluate their application to departmental operations.
• ability to analyze complex information, identify compliance deficiencies, develop recommendations, and prepare comprehensive written reports.
• ability to coordinate multiple accreditation projects, establish priorities, monitor deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• proficiency in microsoft office applications, including word and excel, and accreditation management or compliance tracking systems.

a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or a related field, and a minimum of two…