Summary
State of Tennessee seeks a Correctional Officer 1 in Mountain City, TN. This entry-level role involves custody, transport, and rehabilitation of inmates, with the potential to advance to Officer 2 after training.Candidates must meet safety and background requirements and pass a pre-employment drug screen. The position offers a tiered pay structure with hiring rates and planned increases, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus payable over 18 months.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description
State of Tennessee seeks a Correctional Officer 1 in Mountain City, TN. This entry-level role involves custody, transport, and rehabilitation of inmates, with the potential to advance to Officer 2 after training.Candidates must meet safety and background requirements and pass a pre-employment drug screen. The position offers a tiered pay structure with hiring rates and planned increases, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus payable over 18 months.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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