Does CoreCivic pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, CoreCivic employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at CoreCivic. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at CoreCivic?

35% of CoreCivic employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated CoreCivic 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.3 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at CoreCivic?

Correctional Officer (172) , Detention Officer (47) , Case Manager (36) , Corrections Officer (20) , Registered Nurse (19) , Officer (12) , Security Officer (9) , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (7) , Administrative Assistant (6) , Administrative Clerk (6) , Director (6) , Manager (6) , Mental Health Coordinator (6) , Monitor (6) , Academic Instructor (5)

What are the pros of working at CoreCivic according to real employee reviews?

"The hours is good and the pay" ((in 110 reviews)); "Good hours and good benefits" ((in 34 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 30 reviews)); "Money is good and that’s about it." ((in 25 reviews)); "pay, lots of OT, great coworkers" ((in 11 reviews))

What are the cons of working at CoreCivic according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management not following proper policy and procedures and forcing their employees to follow rules that haven't been properly documented." ((in 42 reviews)); "Long hours and requires extreme adaptability" ((in 28 reviews)); "most middle and some upper management don't give a crap about employees" ((in 16 reviews)); "Poor leadership and barely any certified staff so if you are certified they run you into the ground." ((in 15 reviews)); "Lack of communication, Unprofessionalism within the workplace, and favoritism" ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about CoreCivic layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about CoreCivic layoffs and their outlook for job security at CoreCivic in 2026.

What are the top reviewed CoreCivic locations?

Eloy , Nashville , Youngstown , Brentwood , Florence , Hartsville , Leavenworth , Whiteville , Holdenville , Indianapolis , Conneaut , Pahrump , Cushing , Dilley , Clifton , Nicholls , Houston , San Diego , Denver , Lake City , Eden , Elizabeth , Taylor , Mason , Fort Worth , Laredo , Tutwiler , Lecanto , Alamo , Phoenix

CoreCivic reviews

2.7

35% would recommend to a friend

(711 total reviews)

Patrick D. Swindle

59% approve of CEO

37% positive business outlook

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CoreCivic has an employee rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 711 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The CoreCivic employee rating is 26% below average for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

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711 reviews

1.0

Aug 24, 2025

It was very bad

Correctional officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It was bad by the only good thing is after you work the 200 hours every 2 weeks your paycheck was pretty good

Cons

Way overworked no backup I had to deal with two inmates of shanks called for assistance and was told they didn't want to do paperwork in they weren't going to come to assist me so that's when I left and still have not got my last paycheck

CoreCivic Response

10mo

CoreCivic takes all concerns seriously. If you would like further inquiry into your specific experience, we encourage you to contact CoreCivic's Ethics Line via www.corecivic.com/ethicsline or by phone at 800-461-9330.

3.0

Aug 23, 2025

Good Place for Experience

Matienance technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

You can borrow from your PTO for the year up to -48 Hours

Cons

Health Insurance is sucks could be better then their current United Health Care

CoreCivic Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your perspective. Your review helps us enhance each employee's work experience.

4.0

Aug 19, 2025

Good

Detention officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good Pay and Good Coworkers

Cons

You have to work very long hours

CoreCivic Response

10mo

We appreciate you sharing your positive experience and perspective. Our employees are the reason CoreCivic is a great place to work.

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