CORRECTIONAL OFFICER 2*

State of Tennessee Job InformationLocation of (2) Positions to be filled: Department of Correction, Lauderdale CountyQualificationsEducation and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to one year of full‑time adult correctional security work or adult correctional security work with a federal, state, or ACA‑accredited local agency.Substitution of Experience for Required Education: Qualifying full‑time employment as a Correctional Officer with the State of Tennessee may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.Be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons.Be at least 18 years of age on the date of application.Be a citizen of the United States.Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation.Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority.Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority.Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint‑based criminal history records check.Have no conviction for a felony or have been discharged under any other than honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces.Pass a physical examination administered by a licensed physician that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position.Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position.Submit to and pass a pre‑employment screening test for use of illegal drugs.Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment in some positions.Upon appointment, successfully complete a prescribed course of instruction at the Tennessee Correction Academy.A pre‑employment drug screening is required prior to employment.The Tennessee Department of Correction offers a hiring bonus of $5,000.00 to Correctional Officers.This position requires a criminal background check. Applicants may be required to provide information about their criminal history.OverviewThe Correctional Officer 2 is responsible for correctional work of average difficulty; performs related work as required. The class is flexibly staffed, may be assigned to any shift, and differs from the Correctional Officer 1 and Correctional Corporal in scope of duties and supervisory responsibilities.ResponsibilitiesSupervises inmate activities in housing units, dining areas, recreation and work areas, and attends to the medical, visitation, personal property, and recreational needs of the inmates.Inspects and patrols the grounds for contraband, unauthorized personnel, and other security risks.Checks in new inmates by assigning accommodations, searching for contraband, issuing clothing, and storing personal property.Observes inmate behavior; counsels with inmates and family about problems; evaluates inmates on room and personal hygiene, attitudes toward employees and other inmates, and sends this evaluation to the counseling department.Attends a variety of meetings such as staff meetings, disciplinary board meetings, and training for riot control, escape prevention, and first aid.Prepares a variety of reports such as daily logs, disciplinary reports, records of inmates' jobs and pay, daily inmate counts, and requisitions for office supplies.Operates and utilizes a variety of equipment including two‑way radios, firearms, mace, electronic gates, television cameras, and may operate motor vehicles.Ensures the safety of residents through the supervision of their daily activity.Breaks up fights or other potentially dangerous situations by persuasion or the use of physical force.Carries out and explains existing policies and procedures to others.CompetenciesDecision QualityManages ConflictCommunicates EffectivelyEnsures AccountabilitySituational AdaptabilityKnowledgesPublic Safety and SecurityCustomer and Personal ServiceLaw and GovernmentSkillsActive Learning and ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionLearning StrategiesWritingAbilitiesNumber FacilityProblem SensitivitySpeech ClaritySpeech RecognitionWritten Comprehension#J-18808-Ljbffr

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