Job Update

[Guest benchpresspower]

A couple weeks ago I posted about going to interview with the TN Dept of Corrections. Well at the Charles Bass Complex they only had 8 positions open. Long story short, I interviewed but was not accepted. I wanted some input from you all, I plan to keep applying with the Dept., my question is, do you think if I keep trying that eventually they will give me a shot or do you think I am just wasting my time?

[Magiccarpetrides]

It never hurts to try, though I would also recommend putting in applications elsewhere too. "Nothing good is ever easy"

[TripleDigitRide]

As I think I stated in your other thread, I've yet to meet a DOC employee who's happy with their job. And I've met quite a few. With that being said, if it were me, I wouldn't be trying too damn hard for such a position. You'll probably end up regretting your decision, in the long run.

Edited April 3, 2010 by TripleDigitRide

[caliperman]

I'd keep on trying. Maybe your luck will change. I'll keep praying fo you.

[Jasongar8]

FWIW, I have heard that there is a very high turnover rate with the Dept. of Corrections and any prison or jail for that matter.

[mcurrier]

A couple weeks ago I posted about going to interview with the TN Dept of Corrections. Well at the Charles Bass Complex they only had 8 positions open. Long story short, I interviewed but was not accepted. I wanted some input from you all, I plan to keep applying with the Dept., my question is, do you think if I keep trying that eventually they will give me a shot or do you think I am just wasting my time?

You probably weren't qualified because you were not an ex-con, didn't have an assault record, weren't being investigated for some crime, etc.

[Guest G-Pa Glynn]

If it is what you want, then keep trying! Good luck.

[Guest cjr]

If you are out of work put in applications everywhere, if you have your hart set on that job, flip burgers until you get your shot.Dont give up but, dont sit around and wait for it to happen.

Good luck!

[Guest benchpresspower]

If you are out of work put in applications everywhere, if you have your hart set on that job, flip burgers until you get your shot.Dont give up but, dont sit around and wait for it to happen.

Good luck!

Not out of work, looking for something different and other reasons (won't go into detail)

[Guest cjr]

Thats good to hear.

I hear so many people that are out of work and cant find a job in the field they are used too so,they just lay around on unemployement.

If my work goes dry I would wash cars or mow lawns until a good gig came along. I hope you get the job you are wanting, you are a good man for doing what you have to do until the job you want comes open.

Good luck!!

[Guest BEARMAN]

Since your looking for a DOC job, have you given any thought to putting an application at Correction Corporations of America (CCA)?

They are located in Antioch, just off Harding Place, north of Antioch Pk.

Maybe they will give you a go...might give it a shot, Benchpress...nothing ventured, nothing gained.

[Guest Catdaddy]

I do a lot of work in CCA prisons- the turnover is high, but that means positions are constantly available. Last class I heard of at Hardiman County (Whiteville, one of two prisons there) the class had 50 in it!

DEFINITELY check them out!

[dats82]

Best advice I can give.

*Language Warning*

[Guest strelcevina]

A couple weeks ago I posted about going to interview with the TN Dept of Corrections. Well at the Charles Bass Complex they only had 8 positions open. Long story short, I interviewed but was not accepted. I wanted some input from you all, I plan to keep applying with the Dept., my question is, do you think if I keep trying that eventually they will give me a shot or do you think I am just wasting my time?

let me tell you the truth:tough:

if you go there all excited like child in candy store. they will newer give you a job.

it is just weird that somebody wont's to be correction officer.

weird like that chick that Jesse James cheated on Sandra bullock

next time go there and say , i cant find nothing else so please let me be correction officer until i find something better

and you will stand better chance

[Guest 70below]

I used to be a correctional officer, there can definitely be some stress to the job, and the pay in Tennessee isn't top tier, but it can be a rewarding job in ways as well. Right now they are probably flooded with applicants and they are weighing a lot of factors in their decision.

If its a field that really interests you, don't give up on it. Its just a little of your time here and there to apply and possibly interview again. CCA might be a good option to get some experience and training, but in the long run, I'd recommend getting on with a state or federally run facility.

[ShaunM]

I worked at Riverbend for a couple of years I enjoyed it but the pay sucked. Have you taken the TDOC exam because the higher your score the easier it is to get a job. I scored a 90 something and got a call just a week later. Started working 3 weeks after I took the test. This has been over 7 years ago so things might have changed.

Edited April 4, 2010 by Hunting101

[Kano]

21 Years Correction Officer in CT,

Retired moved to TN, 2 years ago.

Worked in a city jail back in 86 to 89 ..

Stress mandatory over time many use of forces.

Worked in Level 2 ... Level 3... all the way up to Level 5 Super Max Prison.

2 Riots cell extractions and other things to deal with.

Also lots of easy times when you are getting paid to just hang out and watch

the time go by.

I now have 100% free medical ...

Monthly Check (Pension)

I was given a Plaque by the last placed I worked that says

Thanks for having our Backs

For All these Years

you are one of the last True Gladiators

Of the D.O.C.

From the Fighting 4-12

C.C.##

The worst Job I ever had and the best job I ever had....

The pay in TN, is nothing like the pay in CT,

Edited April 4, 2010 by Kano

[Mike.357]

nothing good happens in a jail