About this opportunity
CoreCivic lists this Correctional Officer opportunity in lafayette, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
$24.62 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.
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.
CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
Worksite address
lafayette, TN, 37083, US
Who can apply
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