Correctional Officer Dustin Pedigo, 35, was killed in the line of duty at the Morgan County Correctional Complex. End of Watch: February 24, 2026

Congratulations to the 42 graduates of BCOT Class 503-26! We're proud of their hard work and dedication as they begin their careers serving Tennessee. Join us in celebrating these new officers and their accomplishments! 🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=LAjvjsfs…

Meet Adam Fuqua. He joined TDOC as a Correctional Officer & now helps others build rewarding careers as a Retention Specialist. Stop by TDOC’s Rapid Hire Event tomorrow & Saturday to meet Adam, learn more about a career with TDOC, and interview to become a Correctional Officer.

Join us for a Suicide Prevention & Awareness event tomorrow, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nashville Community Resource Center. The event is open to the public and will feature guest speakers, a panel discussion, and community resources. #SuicidePreventionMonth

Congratulations to Andrew Brown and Cody Gatlin on their promotions to Lieutenant at the Turney Center Annex! Both bring years of TDOC experience, leadership, and dedication to their new roles. We’re proud to celebrate this achievement and wish them continued success!

We’re hiring Correctional Officers in Nashville! Interview --> Complete pre-hire steps --> Receive a conditional job offer - all in the same day! Register here: stateoftennessee.formstack.c….

We’re hiring Correctional Officers in Nashville! Interview ➡️Complete pre-hire steps ➡️Receive a conditional job offer. Walk-ins are welcome. Scan the QR code to register & complete your application in advance, or visit stateoftennessee-cvlyz.forms…

Congratulations to Cpt. Melissa Riley, Cpt. Larico Nelson, and Lt. George Stubbs on their promotions at the DeBerry Special Needs Facility! Each brings years of correctional experience, leadership, and dedication to their new roles. Thank you for your continued service to TDOC!

Class 502-26 is graduating on Friday at 10:00 a.m. CDT. West Region Correctional Administrator Jason Clendenion will serve as the keynote speaker. You can watch the livestream on our Facebook page. Congratulations to the newest members of #teamTDOC! facebook.com/TNDepartmentofC…

The Johnson City Community Resource Center is partnering with Northeast State Community College to offer an Intro to Construction course! Students will learn basic construction skills while earning credentials that can lead to more job opportunities and higher-paying careers.

🎉Applications are now open for TDOC’s Fall 2026 Citizens' Correctional Academy! Get a rare “behind the wall” perspective on the operations, programs, and daily responsibilities of TDOC. ➡️Apply here by September 15: tn.gov/correction/about-us/c…

TDOC's Overdose Awareness events brought the community together to share information, provide support, and build connections to recovery. We’re grateful to all who helped make these events a success, and continue our commitment to prevention, recovery, and second chances.

Congrats to Richard Boyd, Director of the Murfreesboro Day Reporting Center, on being recognized by Rep. Mike Sparks & the TN General Assembly for 37 years of service as a social worker & his commitment to the well-being of Tennesseans. We’re proud to have you on #TeamTDOC!

🎓The Riverbend Maximum Security Institution celebrated the accomplishments of 47 inmates who earned @TCATNashville Building Construction Technology certificates, High School Equivalency Diplomas, and TDOC Career Explorations certificates. Congrats, grads!🎉

Join us tomorrow at the Nashville Community Resource Center as we come together to raise awareness, support recovery, and honor those whose lives have been impacted by overdose. #ODAD2026

The DeBerry Special Needs Facility is excited to announce Guanita Cork-Collier as the new Associate Warden of Programs! As AWP, she will oversee the facility's rehabilitative & clinical services, helping ensure inmates receive appropriate programming, treatment, and support.

Class 501-26 is graduating from Basic Probation Parole Officer Training on Friday at 10:00 a.m. CDT. Deputy Director Hines from D-60 will serve as the keynote speaker. Watch the livestream on Facebook. Congratulations to the newest members of #teamTDOC! facebook.com/TNDepartmentofC…

This summer, TDOC interns stepped outside their daily assignments to explore the many divisions within our department. From prison operations to rehab services, the interns gained a broader understanding of our mission and the many career paths within the agency.

Correctional Officer Debra "DD" Dixon has retired after 31 years of service to TDOC and the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center! Thank you, Officer Dixon, for your service, dedication, and leadership. Wishing you a happy and well-deserved retirement!

Congrats to the first graduating class of the TCAT Carpentry Program at Trousdale Turner Correctional Center! Earlier this month, 17 inmates became the first graduates of a post-secondary education program at TTCC, earning industry-recognized carpentry certifications!🎓

Class 501-26 is graduating from Basic Correctional Officer Training on Friday at 10:00 a.m. CDT. If you’re not able to attend in person, we invite you to watch the livestream of the ceremony on TDOC’s Facebook page. Congratulations to the newest members of #teamTDOC!