Correctional Officer jobs in Johnson City, TN

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)

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Correctional Officer
  • Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • Wheelwright, KY FULL_TIME
  • Advertisement Closes
    3/31/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
    24-01925
    Correctional Officer
    Pay Grade
    10
    Salary
    $39,127.68 Annually

    Locality Premium – $5.23 per hour
    Shift Premium - $2.13 per hour
    Weekend Premium - $2.13 per hour
    Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour
    Employment Type
    EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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    Hiring Agency
    Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Corrections
    Location
    327 Correctional Road
    Wheelwright, KY 41669 USA
    Description
    Are you ready to Brave the Challenge?

    Do you want to kick-start your career in Criminal Justice? Look no further! The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking motivated individuals who are up for the challenge.

    Correctional Officers fill a critical role within correctional institutions by working together as a team to maintain safety and control of offenders.

    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
    • Maintains control of the institution to provide safety and security of the facility inmates, staff, and general public by enforcing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
    • Supervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas.
    • Attends to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.
    • Inspects and patrols the grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and for other security risks.
    • Completes required reports and daily logs.
    • Conducts inmate counts, security rounds, and searches.
    The ideal candidate for this position will have:
    • Strong communication skills.
    • Observation skills.
    • Be a team player.
    • Attention to detail.
    • Ability to work under pressure.
    Minimum Requirements
    EDUCATION: High school graduate.


    EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE


    Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE


    Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE


    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be twenty years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. For the Department of Juvenile Justice, must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
    Working Conditions
    Work environment is hazardous due to working in a state correctional facility with convicted felons or in a juvenile detention facility. May be exposed to hazards and dangers associated with operating a motor vehicle while providing transportation services.
    Probationary Period
    This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
    If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Brandy Helton-Hernandez at bheltonhernandez@ky.gov.
    An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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Correctional officer
  • State of Tennessee
  • Mountain, TN FULL_TIME
  • Job Information Opening Date / Time 03 / 26 / 2024 12 : 00AM Central Time Closing Date / Time 04 / 08 / 2024 11 : 59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $3,710.00 Salary (Annually) $44,520.00 Job Type Ful...
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Correctional Officer
  • Kentucky Personnel Cabinet
  • Wheelwright, KY FULL_TIME
  • Advertisement Closes 3 / 31 / 2024 (8 : 00 PM EDT) 24-01925 Correctional Officer Pay Grade10 Salary $39, Annually Locality Premium $ per hour Shift Premium - $ per hour Weekend Premium - $ per hour Ho...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Correctional Officer
  • Johnson County TN Jail
  • Mountain, TN FULL_TIME
  • Supervises and maintains security and control of inmates within and during movement between specific areas. Supervises inmate work details both inside and outside the secure perimeters of the jail fac...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Correctional Officer (Correctional Systems Officer)
  • US Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison...
  • Jonesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • Duties This position is located in the Correctional Systems Department at a Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) correctional facility. The Correctional Systems Department is a multi-faceted operation, con...
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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER 2* - 03262024-56277
  • State of TN
  • Mountain, TN FULL_TIME
  • Job Information Opening Date/Time 03/26/2024 12:00AM Central Time Closing Date/Time 04/08/2024 11:59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $3,896.00 Salary (Annually) $46,752.00 Job Type Full-Time City, Sta...
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Security Officer II (FT) Varied - Bristol, TN
  • Safety and Security
  • Bristol, TN
  • Security Officer II (FT) Varied - Bristol, TN Job ID: 004DI8 BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Other Non-Clinical - Safety...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Temporary Full Time Registered Nurse
  • Wexford Health Sources
  • Abingdon, VA
  • To Apply for this Job Click Here $38.00 per hour + Applicable Shift Differentials! POSITION: Temporary Full Time Registe...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse
  • Wexford Health Sources
  • Duffield, VA
  • To Apply for this Job Click Here POSITION: Registered Nurse SCHEDULE: As Needed FACILITY: SWVRJA Duffield Facility LOCAT...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Guard (PT & FT shifts available)>
  • Excelsior Defense
  • Elizabethton, TN
  • [Security Officer / Safety Officer / Patrol] - Up to $28.00-hr. / Dental-Health-Vision / PTO - As a Security Guard you'l...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Guard
  • GDI Integrated Facility Services
  • Midway, TN
  • GDI Services, Inc. has an opening for a Part Time Unarmed Security Guard position available in Midway Tn. Join one of th...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Architect
  • Confidential
  • Piney Flats, TN
  • JOB TITLE: Project Architect POSITION: Full Time Location: 1)Johnson City,TN. 2)Bristol, TN. 3)Radford, VA.(Onsite) Job ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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DETENTION OFFICER
  • Southwest Virginia Regional jail Authority
  • Abingdon, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Supervises and maintains security and control of inmates within and during movement betw...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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DETENTION OFFICER
  • Southwest Virginia Regional jail Authority
  • Duffield, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Supervises and maintains security and control of inmates within and during movement betw...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Johnson City is in northeastern Washington County at 36°20′N 82°22′W / 36.333°N 82.367°W / 36.333; -82.367 (36.3354, -82.3728), with smaller parts extending north into Sullivan County and east into Carter County. Johnson City shares a contiguous southeastern border with Elizabethton. Johnson City also shares a small contiguous border with Kingsport to the far north along I-26 and a slightly longer one with Bluff City to the northeast along US 11E.[citation needed] According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 43.3 square miles (112.1 km2), of which 42.9 square miles ...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$38,932 to $48,518
Johnson City, Tennessee area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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