Department of Correction
George M. Little, Commissioner

Mission

To enhance public safety in Tennessee through incarceration and rehabilitation of felony offenders

Vision

The department will maintain a standard of excellence in security and corrections through:

- Professional development of its employees

- Operations enhanced by technology and best practices

- Opportunities for offenders rehabilitation so as to reduce recidivism

Values

Commitment to fair and ethical treatment of convicted felons

Respect for fellow employees

Responsibility and accountability to citizens of Tennessee

Integrity in both external and internal relationships

 

TDOC Mission, Vision and Values (converted from PowerPoint)