Job Description
Join Tennessee's premier public safety team as a Night Shift Correctional Officer at our Nashville facility. Protect and serve your community while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities. This vital role ensures the safety of staff, inmates, and visitors during overnight hours in a secure state correctional environment.
Why Join Us?
• Premium state benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans
• $2,500 night shift differential
• Paid training and career advancement programs
• Stable government employment with predictable schedules
Responsibilities
- Monitor inmate activities and enforce facility regulations during overnight shifts
- Conduct regular security checks and perimeter patrols
- Respond to emergencies, altercations, and medical incidents
- Complete detailed incident reports and documentation
- Operate security systems (gates, cameras, alarms)
- Screen visitors and packages for contraband
- Collaborate with day shift staff for seamless operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid Tennessee driver's license
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Basic computer literacy for report writing
- Physical ability to restrain individuals and climb stairs
- Tennessee Correctional Officer certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong conflict resolution and communication skills
- Minimum 21 years of age per state requirements