The Department of Correction employs more than five thousand Tennesseans across the State.  While correctional officer positions are the most common, the department is always looking for great nurses and administrators interested in the field of corrections.  Simply click on the job title of your choice and discover how you can begin a career with our department.

Policy 302.12  Drug-Free Workplace (in pdf format)

Affirmative Action Plan (in pdf format)

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Building Maintenance Worker 2 (Nashville Area) Correctional Officer Food Service Supervisor 1 Food Service Steward 1 Food Service Steward 2 Nursing

Click here to view some of the State Employee Benefits available.

For testing and applicant information visit the Department of Personnel web site.

Those interested in nursing/clinical positions may obtain more information by sending an email to Nursing/Clinical Opportunities or call (615) 350-2700, ext. 2719.

If you would like to receive additional information, send an e-mail to the Tennessee Department of Correction's Human Resources Section.  Be sure to include the following information:  your name, address, phone number, e-mail address, the position you are inquiring about, and let us know where you saw our advertisement.

Feel free to call us toll free at 1-888-577-9712, or write to:

Tennessee Department of Correction
Attention: Human Resources
320 6th Avenue North
3rd Floor, Rachel Jackson Building
Nashville, TN 37243-0465

The Tennessee Department of Correction is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.

 

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