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Correction Officer Jobs in Nashville, TN

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Correctional Officer
CoreCivic - Nashville, TN
Who We Are: CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality, security corrections and detention management services, providing effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals...
30+ days ago
The Nashville Sheriff's Office is hiring Correctional Officer Trainees
Nashville, TN
Job status Full time Pay $38,300.28 $41,767.04 Annually Job description The Nashville Davidson County Sheriff's Office is looking to hire Correctional Officer Trainees....
30+ days ago
Community Service Officer
Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN
As one of Tennessee's larger law enforcement agencies, the Police Department provides comprehensive law enforcement and security services to all components of Vanderbilt University including the Vanderbilt...
30+ days ago
Correctional Officer Trainee
Davidson County Sheriffs Office - Nashville, TN
Job Information Davidson County Sheriffs Ofc Correctional Officer Trainee in Nashville, Tennessee CORRECTIONAL OFFICER TRAINEE SALARY: $38,300.37After graduating our eight week training academy: Salary...
30+ days ago
Correctional Officer Trainee
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County - Nashville, TN
A Correctional Officer assists with securing and overseeing the care and well-being of inmates housed in a correctional facility. Performs related duties as required....
60+ days ago

Demographic Data for Nashville, TN

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Nashville, TN

This is the average annual salary for Correction Officer jobs in Nashville, TN as reported by the BLS.

$36,390

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Correction Officers in Nashville, TN offer the following education background
  • High School or GED (29.5%)
  • Bachelor's Degree (27.8%)
  • Associate's Degree (17.1%)
  • Vocational Degree or Certification (12.7%)
  • Master's Degree (7.4%)
  • Some College (3.3%)
  • Some High School (1.3%)
  • Doctorate Degree (0.9%)

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Nashville, TN
  • None (78.7%)
  • 1-2 years (14.6%)
  • Less than 1 year (6.8%)

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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