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Job description
Annual Salary: $51,780 - $55,568
As a Detention Officer with the Sheriff's Office at the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center, you help protect the safety, security, and well-being of inmates, staff, and the public. This Full-Time role supports orderly operations through consistent supervision, clear communication, and accurate documentation.
Key responsibilities include enforcing facility rules and maintaining discipline; processing and booking incoming inmates; observing inmate activity and behavior; coordinating access to meals, medical care, and needed supplies; providing courtroom/courthouse security; transporting inmates; and completing reports and records.
Qualifications/skills:
Ability to follow procedures, exercise sound judgment, and remain calm under pressure
Strong attention to detail for records and documentation
Effective communication and teamwork
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Program
Fully Funded Pension with Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System
401(k), Roth 401(k) and 457b Additional Retirement Saving Options
Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program
If you're ready to start a public-safety career in Detention with the Sheriff's Office in Rutherford County, apply today.
Worksite address
murfreesboro, TN, 37132, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.