Correctional Officer enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
LOCATION OF (3) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, NORTHEAST CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX, JOHNSON COUNTY
***NEWLY HIRED CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS, PAYABLE OVER AN 18-MONTH PERIOD ***
This classification of Correctional Officer 1* currently has an approved starting Hiring Rate of $3,710 monthly/$44,520 yearly.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.
Necessary Special Qualifications:
Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs
Applicants for this class must:
During their careers, most correctional security employees can expect to be assigned to any one of three different work shifts and any number of different post assignments. While employee work preferences are considered, there is no guarantee that the employee will remain assigned to any specific shift and/or post assignment.
Examination Method: Noncompetitive selection for Preferred Service positions.
Summary
Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for correctional work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Features: This is the entry working class in the Correctional Officer sub-series. An employee in this class performs correctional work at a state penal institution involving the custody, transport, and rehabilitation of inmates, and may be assigned to work any shift. This class differs from that of Correctional Corporal in that an incumbent of the latter acts as a minor supervisor.
*An applicant appointed to this class will be reclassified to the Correctional Officer 2* after successful completion of a mandatory one-year training period; inadequate or marginal performance during the training period will result in automatic demotion or termination.
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