Corrections Officer

Company: Bedford County Government
Location: Shelbyville
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Applications for Correctional Officer are currently being accepted. Interested candidates should submit an online application via the county website at www.bedfordcountytn.gov or forward their resume to Shanna Boyette, Human Resource Director for Bedford County using the contact information provided below. The Corrections Officer is responsible for maintaining the security of the jail by supervising the inmates and following the established policies and procedures, all while protecting the rights of the inmates. Instructions to the employee are specific however independent judgement is sometimes used to complete assigned tasks. The employee is required to learn and implement safety procedures and policies. The employee reports immediately to the Bedford County Jail Division Shift Sergeant and is under the direction of the Bedford County Jail Division Administrator and under the overall direction of the Bedford County Sheriff. Review the full job description for responsibilities and minimum qualifications. Bedford County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Shanna Boyette Human Resources Bedford County Government 1 Public Square, Suite 108 Shelbyville, TN 37160 Telephone: 931-735-6924 shanna.boyette@bedfordcountytn.gov

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