Question 1

Does CoreCivic pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, CoreCivic employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at CoreCivic. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at CoreCivic?

Accepted Answer

32% of CoreCivic employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated CoreCivic 2.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.3 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at CoreCivic?

Accepted Answer

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), Academic Instructor (5), Assistant Shift Supervisor (5)

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

"The hours is good and the pay" ((in 112 reviews)); "Good benefits as well." ((in 32 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 29 reviews)); "Make good money and can help with all the bills and debt." ((in 25 reviews)); "great staff and friendly environment" ((in 9 reviews))

Question 5

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

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"Poor management not following proper policy and procedures and forcing their employees to follow rules that haven't been properly documented." ((in 40 reviews)); "Long hours and requires extreme adaptability" ((in 32 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))

Question 6

What are employees saying about CoreCivic layoffs in 2026?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What CoreCivic locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Accepted Answer

Laredo, Brentwood, Nicholls, Lake City

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