Senior Correctional Officer

Core Civic • WHITEVILLE, TN

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About The Position

At CoreCivic, employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good. The Senior Correctional Officer assists with supervising administrative and operational security activities in a correctional facility and directly supervises Correctional Officers assigned to the shift. The role provides for the protection of each inmate/resident and the preservation of their legal rights.

The position provides general supervision of Correctional Officers and inmates/residents on the shift, evaluates staff as prescribed by facility and corporate policy, and inspects housing and general-use areas to ensure security, health, safety, sanitation, and welfare standards are maintained. The officer directs staff and inmate/resident resources to address detected problems and assists in supervising internal and external facility security.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in a criminal justice field; this preferably includes one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Additional education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Completion of basic pre-service officer training.
• Where applicable, a non-commissioned security officer license issued by the state of employment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a supervisory capacity is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide general supervision of Correctional Officers and inmates/residents on the shift in the performance of their duties.
• Evaluate Correctional Officers as prescribed by facility and corporate policy.
• Conduct inspections of housing and general-use areas to ensure standards and operating procedures for security, health, safety, sanitation, and welfare are maintained.
• Direct staff and inmate/resident resources to correct problems detected during inspections.
• Assist in supervising the internal and external security of the facility.
• Routinely inspect posts to observe personnel alertness and confirm that security is properly maintained.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED