Corrections Deputy

Anderson County is a great place to live, work, and explore. From the historic community of Clinton to the innovation legacy of Oak Ridge-famously known as "The Secret City" from its Manhattan Project roots-our county blends small-town warmth with big scientific impact. We're home to scenic treasures like Norris Lake, the Clinch River, Melton Hill Lake, and miles of rolling hills and wooded trails perfect for hiking, biking, paddling, and fishing.

Nearby Norris Dam State Park and the off-road adventure terrain at Windrock Park add even more ways to get outside. You'll also find a growing mix of local eats, family-friendly spots, festivals, and craft brews across our communities, making Anderson County a welcoming place to put down roots and enjoy East Tennessee life.

Anderson County Government is committed to being a top employer in the region and a great place to build a career. We're proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes generous paid sick and vacation leave, 14 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid basic life insurance, supplemental insurance options, and a variety of wellness programs and resources to support our employees' overall well-being.

Corrections Deputy

Detention Facility

Full time, Appointed, Civil Service

Grade 4 / 5 - Starting at $23.96 Hourly after 6 months $25.10

Shift Corporal, Shift Sergeant, Facility Lieutenant, Captain, Chief Jailer, Sheriff

Under general supervision, the Corrections Deputy (Deputy Sheriff) performs correction work of moderate difficulty ensuring the safety and welfare of adult inmates, court remanded juveniles, and staff while maintaining security control and custody in a functional unit in a Direct Supervision jail. The deputy will perform related work as requested.

In a Direct Supervision jail, corrections staff controls behavior of the jail population through a proactive concept based on direct inmate supervision. In this setting, inmates are given the responsibility to influence their treatment and privileges through control of their own behavior. This direct supervision approach is unlike the more traditional reactive containment approach which utilizes bars, security glass, and other barriers.

Deputies in a Direct Supervision jail are assigned to work inside each pod in physical proximity to the inmates.

The Corrections Deputy works under the general supervision of the Shift Corporal and / or the Shift Sergeant.

Deputy in Charge when delegated.

• Completes daily reports.
• Conducts pat and strip searches.
• Writes various required reports and documentation.
• Checks fire and life safety equipment.
• Documents conducted checks of holding cells and tanks.
• Responds to and reports all emergencies within the Detention Facility.
• Assists arresting officers as necessary.
• Answers questions for inmates.
• Detects and reports any maintenance problems.
• Coordinates emergency response.
• Monitors Detention Facility alarms.
• Keeps work area clean.
• May be required to dispense inmate medication and perform vital sign checks.
• Monitors and provides security for medical personnel while performing their duties.
• Reviews and responds to written inmate requests.
• Keeps post log current.
• Monitors inmate compliance to Detention Facility rules.
• Conducts inmate counts and patrols assigned areas.
• Monitors inmates' health status.
• Monitors special needs inmates.
• Corrects inmate behavior as needed.
• Issues meals, laundry, commissary, mail, and insures supplies are stocked.
• Inspects unit equipment (keys, remote, battery charger, etc).
• Maintains security of the Detention Facility by…