Correctional Officer - Hardeman

Core Civic•WHITEVILLE, TN

About The Position

The Correctional Officer provides security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and throughout other activities in a correctional facility. The role is responsible for maintaining order and security and may require the use of weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Officers may be assigned to a variety of posts, including armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation. The position requires availability to work any hours and any shift. CoreCivic provides paid training and, where applicable, pays the cost of state licensing as a non-commissioned security officer. Veterans are encouraged to apply, and military service may qualify applicants for positions requiring criminal justice experience.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to complete any required training.
Availability to work any hours and any shift.
At least 18 years of age.
Where applicable, obtain a non-commissioned security officer license in the state of employment; training and licensing costs are covered by CoreCivic.

Nice To Haves

Veterans are encouraged to apply; military service may qualify applicants for positions requiring criminal justice experience.

Responsibilities

Provide security, care, and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments, and during other facility activities.
Maintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
Work assigned posts, which may include armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.
Use weapons or force when necessary to maintain discipline and order.