CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT - 10202026-81913
for section headings (About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)
- Use - for lists,
for prose
- Do NOT repeat job title as heading
- Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings - fold minor metadata into short
or drop
- Preserve ALL substantive information
- Remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/scam-warning)
- Include section ONLY when posting has real, specific content
- Never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text
- Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them
- Output ONLY HTML fragment, no /, no markdown code fences
Now, let's map the content:
The posting has:
- Opening/Closing dates, Salary (monthly/annual), Job Type, City/State, Department, Location details, background check requirement - this is metadata. Should I include a "Job Information" section? The rules say "fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." But salary is substantive. The rules say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." The posting states salary, so maybe a Pay section? But the rules say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." I think I can include a "Job Details" or "Position Information" section with a paragraph summarizing key metadata. However, the rules say use
for section headings like "Pay", "Schedule". Since salary is given, I could create a "Pay" section. But the rules also say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." It does state salary. But also there's schedule info? It says "may be assigned to work any shift" and "Full-Time". That's schedule. But the rules say "never create ... Schedule sections unless the posting actually states them." It does state "Full-Time" and "any shift". Could include.
But the user example headings: "About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule". I should use those headings when appropriate.
Let's decide sections:
1. Qualifications (Education and Experience, Necessary Special Qualifications) - this is Requirements/Qualifications.
2. About the role (Overview)
3. Responsibilities
4. Skills (Competencies, Knowledges, Skills, Abilities, Tools & Equipment) - could be "Competencies" or "Skills"
5. Pay (salary info)
6. Schedule (Full-Time, any shift)
7. Location (Mountain City, TN, Northeast Correctional Complex) - maybe part of Job Details.
But the rules: "Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." The metadata includes opening/closing dates, job type, city/state, department, location. I could create a "Position Details" section with a paragraph. But the rules say "include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it". The metadata is real. However, the rules also say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe combine metadata into a single "Position Details" section with a paragraph.
But the user wants semantic HTML with
for section headings. I'll create sections for: Qualifications, About the Role, Responsibilities, Competencies, Pay, Schedule. And maybe a "Position Details" for the rest.
Let's structure:
- Qualifications
with two subsections: Education and Experience, Necessary Special Qualifications. Could use ? But rules say use for section headings. Could use for each? But they are sub-sections. The rules don't forbid . But they said "use for section headings". I'll use for main sections, and maybe for subsections? But the output should be a fragment. I'll keep it simple: use for each major section, and within Qualifications, use for the two parts? However, the rules didn't mention . To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
and
for the content, with bold labels for the two parts.
Similarly, Competencies has subcategories: Competencies, Knowledges, Skills, Abilities, Tools & Equipment. I'll make "Competencies" an and list each category as a with a heading maybe .
Now, let's write the HTML.
First, Position Details: I'll create a Position Details
with a containing the metadata: Opening date, closing date, salary, job type, location, department, background check requirement.
But the rules say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." It states salary, so I'll create a Pay section. It states Full-Time and shift info, so Schedule section. Benefits not mentioned, so no Benefits section.
Let's do:
Position Details
Opening Date: 10/20/2026 12:00 AM Central Time; Closing Date: 11/02/2026 11:59 PM Central Time. Salary: $5,151.00 - $7,723.00 monthly ($61,812.00 - $92,676.00 annually). Full-time position located at the Northeast Correctional Complex in Mountain City, TN, Department of Correction. This position requires a criminal background check.
Pay
Monthly salary range: $5,151.00 - $7,723.00. Annual salary range: $61,812.00 - $92,676.00.
Schedule
Full-time; may be assigned to work any shift.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to three years of varied full-time adult or youth security work, including one year of supervisory or inmate relations coordinator experience and one year of adult correctional security experience. Qualifying full-time employment as a Correctional Officer with the State of Tennessee may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Qualifications
- Be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age on the date of application
- Be a citizen of the United States
- Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation
- Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority
- Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority
- Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check
- Have no conviction for a felony or any domestic assault convictions or have been discharged under any other than honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces
- Pass a physical examination administered by a licensed physician that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position
- Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position
- Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs
- Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment
- Upon appointment, successfully complete all additional prescribed course of instruction at the Tennessee Correction Academy and any and all on-line training
About the Role
The Correctional Sergeant performs correctional supervisory work of average difficulty and performs related work as required. An employee in this class supervises correctional work at a state correctional facility involving the custody, transportation, and rehabilitation of inmates, and may be assigned to work any shift. This class differs from that of Correctional Corporal in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for acting as assistant shift supervisor or shift supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Supervises or performs searches of inmates and vehicles and conducts shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband to ensure safety.
- Responds as a first responder to emergencies such as medical needs, escapes, fires, and natural disasters.
- Prepares a variety of records and reports such as shift reports, daily logs, disciplinary reports, inmate passes for court and doctor appointments, and daily population records to ensure accountability for the safety of the inmates, staff, and public.
- Restrains, secures or controls inmates using restraint devices as necessary.
- Plans and coordinates the activities of assigned subordinates who oversee various programs to ensure that operational and strategic priorities are met, and conflicts in scheduling and responsibility do not arise.
- Instructs employees and provides on the job training including training for emergency situations.
- Inspects correctional facility for compliance of policy and procedures that are mandated by the state standards.
- Maintains accountability and care for all assigned equipment such as handcuffs, keys, radio, weapons, to include all security devices.
- Observes inmates to ensure that established policies and procedures are followed.
- Records all information such as incidents, disciplinary actions and activities on the State's database.
- Communicates information to supervisors and subordinates concerning the daily activities in regards to staff and inmates.
Competencies
Competencies
- Decision Quality
- Builds Effective Teams
- Communicates Effectively
- Directs Work
- Drives Results
Knowledges
- Public Safety and Security
- Customer and Personal Service
- Law and Government
Skills
- Active Learning and Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Learning Strategies
- Writing
Abilities
- Number Facility
- Problem Sensitivity
- Speech Clarity
- Speech Recognition
- Written Comprehension
Tools & Equipment
- Personal Computer
- Telephone
- Motor Vehicles
- Copy Machine
- Radio
Now, check rules: "Do NOT repeat the job title as a heading" - I didn't. "Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings" - none. "Preserve ALL
for prose - Do NOT repeat job title as heading - Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings - fold minor metadata into short
or drop - Preserve ALL substantive information - Remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/scam-warning) - Include section ONLY when posting has real, specific content - Never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text - Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them - Output ONLY HTML fragment, no /, no markdown code fences Now, let's map the content: The posting has: - Opening/Closing dates, Salary (monthly/annual), Job Type, City/State, Department, Location details, background check requirement - this is metadata. Should I include a "Job Information" section? The rules say "fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." But salary is substantive. The rules say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." The posting states salary, so maybe a Pay section? But the rules say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." I think I can include a "Job Details" or "Position Information" section with a paragraph summarizing key metadata. However, the rules say use
for section headings like "Pay", "Schedule". Since salary is given, I could create a "Pay" section. But the rules also say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." It does state salary. But also there's schedule info? It says "may be assigned to work any shift" and "Full-Time". That's schedule. But the rules say "never create ... Schedule sections unless the posting actually states them." It does state "Full-Time" and "any shift". Could include. But the user example headings: "About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule". I should use those headings when appropriate. Let's decide sections: 1. Qualifications (Education and Experience, Necessary Special Qualifications) - this is Requirements/Qualifications. 2. About the role (Overview) 3. Responsibilities 4. Skills (Competencies, Knowledges, Skills, Abilities, Tools & Equipment) - could be "Competencies" or "Skills" 5. Pay (salary info) 6. Schedule (Full-Time, any shift) 7. Location (Mountain City, TN, Northeast Correctional Complex) - maybe part of Job Details. But the rules: "Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short
or drop it." The metadata includes opening/closing dates, job type, city/state, department, location. I could create a "Position Details" section with a paragraph. But the rules say "include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it". The metadata is real. However, the rules also say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So maybe combine metadata into a single "Position Details" section with a paragraph. But the user wants semantic HTML with
for section headings. I'll create sections for: Qualifications, About the Role, Responsibilities, Competencies, Pay, Schedule. And maybe a "Position Details" for the rest.
Let's structure:
- Qualifications
with two subsections: Education and Experience, Necessary Special Qualifications. Could use ? But rules say use for section headings. Could use for each? But they are sub-sections. The rules don't forbid . But they said "use for section headings". I'll use for main sections, and maybe for subsections? But the output should be a fragment. I'll keep it simple: use for each major section, and within Qualifications, use for the two parts? However, the rules didn't mention . To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
for section headings. Could use for each? But they are sub-sections. The rules don't forbid . But they said "use for section headings". I'll use for main sections, and maybe for subsections? But the output should be a fragment. I'll keep it simple: use for each major section, and within Qualifications, use for the two parts? However, the rules didn't mention . To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
. But they said "use for section headings". I'll use for main sections, and maybe for subsections? But the output should be a fragment. I'll keep it simple: use for each major section, and within Qualifications, use for the two parts? However, the rules didn't mention . To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
for main sections, and maybe for subsections? But the output should be a fragment. I'll keep it simple: use for each major section, and within Qualifications, use for the two parts? However, the rules didn't mention . To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
for each major section, and within Qualifications, use for the two parts? However, the rules didn't mention . To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
. To be safe, I'll make "Qualifications" an and then use
and
- for the content, with bold labels for the two parts.
Similarly, Competencies has subcategories: Competencies, Knowledges, Skills, Abilities, Tools & Equipment. I'll make "Competencies" an
- Be willing to and able to qualify with, carry, and use assigned weapons
- Be at least eighteen (18) years of age on the date of application
- Be a citizen of the United States
- Have a good moral character, as determined by investigation
- Complete a criminal history disclosure form in a manner approved by the appointing authority
- Agree to release all records involving their criminal history to the appointing authority
- Supply a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI for a fingerprint based criminal history records check
- Have no conviction for a felony or any domestic assault convictions or have been discharged under any other than honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces
- Pass a physical examination administered by a licensed physician that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position
- Pass a psychological evaluation administered by a licensed mental health professional that is consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and that relates to the essential functions of the position
- Submit to and pass a pre-employment screening test for use of illegal drugs
- Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment
- Upon appointment, successfully complete all additional prescribed course of instruction at the Tennessee Correction Academy and any and all on-line training
- Supervises or performs searches of inmates and vehicles and conducts shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband to ensure safety.
- Responds as a first responder to emergencies such as medical needs, escapes, fires, and natural disasters.
- Prepares a variety of records and reports such as shift reports, daily logs, disciplinary reports, inmate passes for court and doctor appointments, and daily population records to ensure accountability for the safety of the inmates, staff, and public.
- Restrains, secures or controls inmates using restraint devices as necessary.
- Plans and coordinates the activities of assigned subordinates who oversee various programs to ensure that operational and strategic priorities are met, and conflicts in scheduling and responsibility do not arise.
- Instructs employees and provides on the job training including training for emergency situations.
- Inspects correctional facility for compliance of policy and procedures that are mandated by the state standards.
- Maintains accountability and care for all assigned equipment such as handcuffs, keys, radio, weapons, to include all security devices.
- Observes inmates to ensure that established policies and procedures are followed.
- Records all information such as incidents, disciplinary actions and activities on the State's database.
- Communicates information to supervisors and subordinates concerning the daily activities in regards to staff and inmates.
- Decision Quality
- Builds Effective Teams
- Communicates Effectively
- Directs Work
- Drives Results
- Public Safety and Security
- Customer and Personal Service
- Law and Government
- Active Learning and Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Learning Strategies
- Writing
- Number Facility
- Problem Sensitivity
- Speech Clarity
- Speech Recognition
- Written Comprehension
- Personal Computer
- Telephone
- Motor Vehicles
- Copy Machine
- Radio
and list each category as a with a heading maybe .
Now, let's write the HTML.
First, Position Details: I'll create a Position Details
with a containing the metadata: Opening date, closing date, salary, job type, location, department, background check requirement.
But the rules say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." It states salary, so I'll create a Pay section. It states Full-Time and shift info, so Schedule section. Benefits not mentioned, so no Benefits section.
Let's do:
Position Details
Opening Date: 10/20/2026 12:00 AM Central Time; Closing Date: 11/02/2026 11:59 PM Central Time. Salary: $5,151.00 - $7,723.00 monthly ($61,812.00 - $92,676.00 annually). Full-time position located at the Northeast Correctional Complex in Mountain City, TN, Department of Correction. This position requires a criminal background check.
Pay
Monthly salary range: $5,151.00 - $7,723.00. Annual salary range: $61,812.00 - $92,676.00.
Schedule
Full-time; may be assigned to work any shift.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to three years of varied full-time adult or youth security work, including one year of supervisory or inmate relations coordinator experience and one year of adult correctional security experience. Qualifying full-time employment as a Correctional Officer with the State of Tennessee may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Qualifications
About the Role
The Correctional Sergeant performs correctional supervisory work of average difficulty and performs related work as required. An employee in this class supervises correctional work at a state correctional facility involving the custody, transportation, and rehabilitation of inmates, and may be assigned to work any shift. This class differs from that of Correctional Corporal in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for acting as assistant shift supervisor or shift supervisor.
Responsibilities
Competencies
Competencies
Knowledges
Skills
Abilities
Tools & Equipment
Now, check rules: "Do NOT repeat the job title as a heading" - I didn't. "Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings" - none. "Preserve ALL
Position Details
with acontaining the metadata: Opening date, closing date, salary, job type, location, department, background check requirement. But the rules say "never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them." It states salary, so I'll create a Pay section. It states Full-Time and shift info, so Schedule section. Benefits not mentioned, so no Benefits section. Let's do:
Position Details
Opening Date: 10/20/2026 12:00 AM Central Time; Closing Date: 11/02/2026 11:59 PM Central Time. Salary: $5,151.00 - $7,723.00 monthly ($61,812.00 - $92,676.00 annually). Full-time position located at the Northeast Correctional Complex in Mountain City, TN, Department of Correction. This position requires a criminal background check.
Pay
Monthly salary range: $5,151.00 - $7,723.00. Annual salary range: $61,812.00 - $92,676.00.
Schedule
Full-time; may be assigned to work any shift.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent to three years of varied full-time adult or youth security work, including one year of supervisory or inmate relations coordinator experience and one year of adult correctional security experience. Qualifying full-time employment as a Correctional Officer with the State of Tennessee may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Necessary Special Qualifications
About the Role
The Correctional Sergeant performs correctional supervisory work of average difficulty and performs related work as required. An employee in this class supervises correctional work at a state correctional facility involving the custody, transportation, and rehabilitation of inmates, and may be assigned to work any shift. This class differs from that of Correctional Corporal in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for acting as assistant shift supervisor or shift supervisor.