Corrections Officer

Wilson County Government; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson County Government is hiring a Corrections Officer with a starting rate of $24.49 per hour in Tennessee. The role involves prisoner intake, security oversight, property control, and constant supervision to prevent disturbances. Certification within one year is required.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and provide a Social Security card and photo ID as part of the application process; the department encourages diverse candidates.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Social Security card and Photo ID required to process application.
• Must attend Tennessee Corrections Institute and obtain certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Receive new prisoners and book them in, oversee security, and manage inmate property.
• Provide regular visual observation and supervision of prisoners and activities.
• Respond quickly to emergencies and prevent prisoner misbehavior and disorder.
• Interact with prisoners in a professional, respectful, and non-judicial manner.
• Assist as needed in the facility and support other officers.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Corrections Officer
Starting rate is $24.49 per hour

1. The Correctional Officer, under the direction of the above ranking officers shall receive new prisoners, book out prisoners, oversee security, issue inmates supplies, assign temporary housing, and handle property control.


2. The Correctional Officer shall be a back up to other officers.


3. The Correctional Officer shall assist as needed in the facility.


4. The Correctional Officer shall be responsible for providing regular visual observation and supervision of prisoners and activities, while taking whatever steps necessary to prevent prisoner misbehavior, avoid disorder, and respond quickly to emergency situations.


5. The Correctional Officer has the most direct and continuous interaction with prisoners and must develop the interpersonal skills required to adequately communicate with the prisoners.


6. The Correctional Officer must be people oriented, taking in to mind prisoner needs and rights, exercise a non-judicial attitude toward them, and respect them as human beings.


7. The Correctional Officer must attend Tennessee Corrections Institute and receive certification within one year.

The Wilson County Sheriff's Department is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

High School

Special Requirements

Social Security card and Photo ID are required to process application.