Position Summary

The Commissary Assistant has the primary responsibility to assist the Commissary Supervisor in managing the commissary.

Required Duties

The following are required duties of this position:

• Assists in managing all commissary functions.


• Monitor inmate workers


• Conducts monthly inventory and places order as necessary.


• Maintains records of stock inventory.


• Inputs and retrieves records and reports.


• Required to self-report any prior or future PREA misconduct involving sexual abuse/ sexual harassment. Failure to report or false reporting of PREA misconduct is grounds for immediate termination.


• Meet PREA First Responder guidelines.


• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Training Required

The following are the educational and/or training requirements for this position:

• Must be able to read and comprehend English language directives, training materials, and other documentation.


• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Valid Tennessee drivers’ license.

Experience Required

The following experience is required for this position:

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a position that involves handling money, such as a retail clerk.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The following non-physical knowledge, skills and abilities are required for this position:

• Ability to recognize routine problems and break down simple problems into component parts.


• Ability to manage a limited number of routine, stable tasks with minimal supervision that typically do not change over time.


• Demonstrates some familiarity of departmental policies and procedures.

Physical Abilities

The following physical ability(s) is/are required for this position:

• Must have physical ability to operate a variety of office equipment such as adding machine, computer, and multi-line phone.


• Lift up to 50 lbs and pull a cart full of commissary tubes.


• Must maintain the ability to work any hours, any shift and any days off during your career.

Position-Specific Responsibilities

The following responsibilities are required for this position:

• Fills commissary orders placed by inmates and replenishes stock when necessary.


• Delivers Commissary orders to inmates and completes all paperwork.


• Maintains records of maintenance and repairs to commissary vehicle and ensures proper maintenance of vehicle.


• Executes other responsibilities as assigned by the Sheriff, Sheriff’s designee, or supervisor.


• Monitor inmates

Tools, Machinery and Equipment

Ability to operate or use the following machinery and/or equipment is required for this position:

• Automobile


• Radio


• Pulling cart


• Adding machine


• Computer equipment


• Multi-line telephone


• Fax machine


• Photocopier

The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : SHERIFF

Posting Start : 04/13/2026

Posting End : 12/31/2026

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $16.35