Correctional Officer - Whiteville TN

VetJobs; Whiteville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company matched 401K

Paid time off and federal holidays

Healthcare and wellness programs

Paid Training and where applicable<br>

Job summary

CoreCivic in Whiteville, TN is seeking a Corrections Officer to provide security and care for inmates in a secure setting. You may be assigned to posts such as armory, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to complete required training. You must be 18+, and veterans are encouraged to apply; willingness to work any shift is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to complete required training
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Willing to work any shift

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Cover a variety of posts including armory, housing units, kitchen, medical, and visitation.
• Use appropriate force as required to maintain discipline and safety.

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience,

areas.

$23.87 per hour

At CoreCivic, Our Employees Are Driven By a Deep Sense Of Service, High Standards Of Professionalism And a Responsibility To Better The Public Good. We Are Hiring Immediately For a Correctional Officer Who Has a Passion For Providing The Highest Quality Care In An Institutional, Secure Setting. As a CoreCivic Employee, You Can Expect

• Company matched 401K
• Paid time off and federal holidays
• Healthcare and wellness programs
• Paid Training and where applicable certifications

The Correctional Officer provides for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. You may have to employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

• You are responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• You must be able to work any shift, as you may be assigned to a variety of posts including, but not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.
• CoreCivic recognizes your military service to qualify you for positions

requiring criminal justice experience.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

You may be a fit for this role if you:

• Have a high school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• We train you to be successful: Paid training, and where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment (we pay the cost for you).
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Can demonstrate the ability to complete any required training.
• Are available to work any hours, any shift.
• Are at least 18 years of age.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

City*

Whiteville

State*

Tennessee

Job_Category

Security

Job Code

Corrections Corrections

Affiliate Sponsor

Corrections Corporation of America CCA

Salary Range

$45,000-$60,000