Corrections Corporation of America Interview Questions
& Process
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Corrections Corporation of America
Proposal Manager
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group
About a month after I applied, the recruiter called me to set up a phone interview with the hiring manager. She mentioned there might be up to 3 rounds of interviews for the role. I had a 20 minute phone interview with the hiring manager. At the end, the hiring manager said she'd let candidates know about the second round within a week. After 3 weeks of no news, the recruiter called and scheduled a second interview. This was an in-person panel interview with the hiring manager and two managers/directors from other departments. It lasted about an hour and was manageable. There was a short assessment after. I asked the hiring manager about the timeline for the next round, but she couldn't give one, explaining that the previous timeline wasn't met and there are many things happening outside of hiring. I felt it went well. I followed up with the recruiter 3 weeks later, and she said no decision was made but hoped to have an update the following week. I never heard back and wasn't scheduled for a third interview, so I assume I didn't get the job. I'm rating this experience negatively because the process took way too long and there was no communication about my status. It was a long guessing game.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How would you communicate a time sensitive request to other managers, while being mindful of their time?
Corrections Corporation of America
Corrections Officer
Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Panel Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group
Applied online, then got a call about two weeks later to confirm interest and schedule an in-person interview. The interview was a panel with a Captain and an admin rep. They asked a lot of hypothetical "what would you do if" questions. They advised to keep answers simple and use common sense, not overthinking it like a real CO. After the interview, they deliberated, and then I was sent for a drug and psychological test/interview. Everyone who passed the initial interview got accepted.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What would you do if you were alone in a unit and another officer reported being in trouble and needing help?
Corrections Corporation of America
Detention Officer
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Technical screen Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The whole process took about two months from applying to the interview. It's a short interview, around 15 minutes. They do a thorough background check with ICE, plus a drug test and credit check. I met with the chief and HR, and it was a really nice chat. I should hear back within a week or two.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- What drives you?
- Can you explain customer service and how it's relevant when interacting with detainees?
- How would you handle an inmate who persistently insults you?
Corrections Corporation of America
Correctional Officer
Entry Difficult No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Group Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
First, you'll fill out an application. Then, check your email in a few days for an assessment. After you complete the assessment, they'll ask to check your background if it's relevant. If everything checks out, you'll be put in a pool. They'll contact you from the pool if they need to interview you. The interview itself will cover a bunch of different questions about your moral character and stuff like that.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an instance where you relied on confidence to overcome a challenge?
Corrections Corporation of America Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Corrections Corporation of America interview reports.
“What are the steps for using force?”
Read reports →“Is it always a bad thing when employees leave a company?”
Read reports →“What would be your reaction if an inmate exposed themselves to you?”
Read reports →“What are the results of pursuing team goals compared to individual goals?”
Read reports →“What are your thoughts on intimate relationships with inmates?”
Read report →“How would you handle an inmate who persistently insults you?”
Read report →“What would you do if an inmate told you your supervisor said it was okay to bring something back to their cell?”
Read report →“Can you describe what internal controls are?”
Read report →“What would you do if a coworker was involved in an inappropriate relationship with an inmate?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 37 Corrections Corporation of America interview reports.