Correctional Officer Trainee - Davidson County Sheriff's Office

Position Summary This position is with the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. 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. Compensation Salary $56,669.00 upon completion of the training academy. Salary $63,135.00 upon completion of the 6‑month probationary period. Responsibilities Assisting with securing and overseeing care and well‑being of inmates Monitoring inmate movement within a facility Conducting searches of cells, inmates and visitors Preparing reports Submitting appropriate incident and disciplinary write‑ups Supervising inmate work assignments and overseeing the feeding of inmates Providing inmate security at hospitals, courts, and other assigned destinations Assisting with inmate processing as needed May transport inmates to various locations Working Environment / Physical Demands Work involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress that require a range of safety and other precautions. Employees may be required to work varying shifts and weekends and must be able to defend themselves or others against physical attack. Requirements High School Diploma or state‑issued GED, 21 years of age, and U.S. citizenship. A valid driver license may be required for some positions. Candidates must participate in a Written Examination and Physical Standard Test as part of the qualifying process. Invitations to the examinations will be emailed to qualified candidates. Candidates must pass both parts of the test to be placed on the eligibility register. Physical standards test consists of a practical skills course that must be completed in one minute and twenty seconds and a stair climb of 90 steps that must be completed in 36 seconds. Applicants who have served in any branch of the military must provide a copy of their DD214 long‑form. Any discharge status other than "honorable" may preclude them from consideration. Those with an entry‑level separation or general discharge under honorable conditions may be eligible for a waiver. Per state law any applicant who has been convicted of—or has pleaded guilty to, or entered a plea of nolo contendere to—any felony charge or to any violation of federal, state, or municipal laws relating to force, violence, theft, dishonesty, gambling, liquor, or controlled substances will not be considered for employment. For misdemeanor convictions, eligibility for a waiver may exist. Abilities Required Ability to compile and maintain accurate records and reports. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to physically restrain violent or unruly individuals. Ability to deal courteously with the public. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work in a stressful and physically demanding environment. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County