Assistant Warden

CoreCivic; Mason (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Tennessee seeks an Assistant Warden to lead operations and programs within a secure facility. The role demands strategic oversight, staff supervision, and adherence to correctional policies to ensure safe, humane, and compliant operations.

You will act with full authority in the Warden's absence and guide a team to uphold safety, security, and rehabilitation goals while maintaining rigorous professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioral Science or related field is required.
• Six years of correctional work experience with leadership at Chief of Security/Unit Management or dept head level.
• Knowledge of correctional facility management laws, rules and training principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid driver's license; 21+ years of age.

Responsibilities

• Direct, administer and coordinate facility operations and programs, personally or through managers.
• Have full authority in the absence of the Warden.

Skills

Correctional leadership experience

Supervision and training

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.

CoreCivic is currently seeking a Assistant Warden who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

Job Description

• The Assistant Warden directs, administers and coordinates the management of the facility in the area of operations and/or programs personally or through subordinate managerial staff, with oversight and direction of the Warden.
• This position acts with full authority in the absence of the Warden.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Social or Behavioral Science or a related field.
• Six (6) years of correctional work experience, including two (2) years of experience at the Chief of Security or Chief of Unit Management level or five (5) years of experience as a CoreCivic department head or equivalent is required.
• Additional qualifying full-time correctional supervisory experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the practices and principles of correctional facility management, pertinent corrections laws, rules and regulations, and the principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran