Correctional Officer - Paid Training & Career Growth

CoreCivic
Whiteville, Tennessee 38075 United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 13, 2026
  • Full Time
  • CORRECTIONS
  • Summary

    Correctional Officer

    CoreCivic
    Whiteville, TN

    We are hosting hiring event for Detention Officers on Thursday, April 23rd from 10am - 3pm CDT. For more information and to register for the event, visit:

    This job is performed at Whiteville Correctional Facility in Whiteville, TN.

    $23.40 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.

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  • Job Description

    Correctional Officer

    CoreCivic
    Whiteville, TN

    We are hosting hiring event for Detention Officers on Thursday, April 23rd from 10am - 3pm CDT. For more information and to register for the event, visit:

    This job is performed at Whiteville Correctional Facility in Whiteville, TN.

    $23.40 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.

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