EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH D.C.S.O.     Please note:  The Davidson County Sheriff's Office is unlike most Sheriff's Offices in the state of Tennessee, in that DCSO is not a law enforcement agency and has not been since the inception of Metropolitan Government in 1963. Our duties are to manage all jails, provide all corrections services at the local level, and to process and serve civil warrants. If you are interested in a law enforcement position, you may wish to contact the Metro Nashville Police Department.         Benefits offered to Davidson County Sheriff's Office employees: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Ten (10) paid holidays per year Paid sick and vacation leave Short- and long-term disability benefits for on-the-job injuries Optional short- and long-term disability benefits for non-job-related injuries. Pension plan Holiday bonus pay Deferred compensation program Employee Assistance Program Shift differential pay for evening and night shifts Tuition Assistance Program Uniform & Equipment Allotment DCSO is now accepting applications for the following positions. Click on either one for more info! Corrections Officer I  ·  Starting at $30,349.00 UPDATE:  The application process for Metro has recently changed. All Correctional Officer applicants must apply online with Metro HR by clicking here. Clerical Support Positions Clerical Support Positions – We are not currently accepting applications for clerical support.  When we are accepting applications again, it will be posted on this page. If you have received a conditional offer of employment, click here for more information.   Send us a comment, suggestion, or question Search Our Site  |  Detention Facilities  |  Public Information  |  Departments  | Meet the Sheriff Employment Opportunities  |   Community Outreach  |  Sheriff's Sales  |  Frequently Asked Questions How to Contact Us  |  Site Index  |  Outside Resources  |  Metropolitan Nashville's Home Page   Page Last Reviewed/Modified on: March 27, 2008

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