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Right now, I'm a security officer and it's fairly easy to find a job as a security guard right now. But I want to get better pay and correctional officer is a job I wouldn't mind doing, but how is the job market for a correctional officer right now? Would I be able to land a job?
3 answers - Asked By: FinancialNewbie - 5/22/2012
I was wondering because im going to apply for a correctional officer job at a local juvenile and wondered if they wre to attack you, or fight eachother, how would handle it without them wanting to press charges on you for child abuse?
5 answers - Asked By: Gabe - 8/28/2008
Been offered a job as a correctional officer at a TX prison. Understand that prison isn't the most pleasant atmosphere, but wondering what true conditions are like for a correctional officer. If there are any officers out there, would you recommend it?
1 answer - Asked By: Richard A - 10/14/2007
I started orientation for a correctional officer job. They told us that the tips of folger adam keys serve no purpose other than as an emergency weapon.
2 answers - Asked By: st_anger87 - 5/18/2007
I am planning on "trying out" to become a Correctional Officer to see how interested I am in the general field. I don't have intentions of making that my career but I thought it might be a good stepping stone if I decide to continue to further myself as a Cop... Would this definitely help me land a job as a Police Officer in the future if I decide to pursue it?
1 answer - Asked By: Adjflojadsflkn - 11/23/2011
I live in California and am going to the military soon for 4 years, when I come back I plan on getting a degree in criminal justice. What else can I do to increase my likely hood of getting a job as a correctional officer? Thanks.
1 answer - Asked By: NLC - 3/3/2013
I am applying for a job as a correctional officer and I have to write a letter on why I am interested in corrections... I am having a really hard time putting it tactfully and in words and I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what they are looking for to get me started... Thank you!
3 answers - Asked By: Car issues - 11/12/2011
I have recently applied for a state and federal correctional officer position. I wasn't sure if the process was a simple as passing the exam, submitting medical history & having the interview. I know with some jobs that can take one or two weeks and then some may take 6-9 months. I've been doing so much research on the position but I have been unable to find this information. Also, we have walk-in testing on Wednesdays in Atlanta, can anyone estimate how much time I should set aside? If anyone is currently working as a CO in the state of GA, please let me know about your experiences and if the position is a 'job' or 'career' for you. Thanks for your time & advice in advance.
5 answers - Asked By: Wasiah Rasheed - 7/24/2006
What do you think would be the more dangerous job? It does not matter if you have never been a cab driver or a correctional officer. This is simply a question asking what do you feel would be the more dangerous job.
7 answers - Asked By: - 3/4/2011
I want to go to school, I was looking at correctional studies but I dont want to be an actual correctional officer. What other jobs could I think about in this field? Thanks for your time!
1 answer - Asked By: ♥BB♥ - 7/20/2009
I am writing a career paper about becoming a correctional officer. I know that they need compassion, but for some reason i can't think of any instances where it would be used. If anyone can help me, I appreciate it and Thanks in advance.
4 answers - Asked By: Nik - 5/25/2010
I wanted to know was there any way to recieve assistance in becoming a correctional officer?I don't have a job and no money so I have been searching for some kind of assistance.I wanted to get training in that field as well as get educated on it so I can start a new career.Everything that I have found is no help.Also will the department of labor be any help to me in going towards my goal?If I had the money I would pay for it all but I don't and I really need some assistance.So if anyone has an answer or can tell me where i can get some type of help please let me know,thanku.
1 answer - Asked By: lil bit - 7/31/2006
I want to be a correctional officer and I about to graduate with a business degree.What my chances gettin job? Will I be rejected because not having criminal justice degree?
1 answer - Asked By: Jess - 1/13/2008
I am thinking about becoming a correctional officer and while I was considering the career as a whole, I began thinking about vaccinations and how I really just don't want to get any. Do you have to get vaccinated in a career such as that? In other words, would a person not being willing to be vaccinated be denied employment for that type of job or even other jobs and is there a way around it? Is it constitutional for jobs to force that on people?
2 answers - Asked By: Bryan - 8/21/2010
Is it possible for me to get a job as a correctional officer with a disorderly conduct misdeamor? I was 17 and am now 22. I'm allowed to carry a weapon still even though the crime involved violence.
2 answers - Asked By: SLS - 11/5/2009
I was browsing around the web for "Most dangerous jobs in the US" and I found jobs like fishermen, loggers, truck drivers etc. I am just surprised that they do not include correctional officers. Why is that? Could someone provide some data on rate of death or injury?
6 answers - Asked By: Lorelei - 12/8/2010
Going to start soon. What should i expect? Its a county jail im going to work for. Just wondering what i could be expecting. Do the inmates generally respect you or do they try getting you to do illegal oporations, just any advice. its my first job as a correctional officer and am looking for advice for starting.
2 answers - Asked By: Gabe - 9/3/2008
Hi, I have a 2 year law and security diploma, A full time job in security and minor community service. I know I need to BOOST my community service but would it help if I got 1 more diploma in college just relating to corrections since a new program opened up (Also a 2 year)? Or should I spend 4 years at University also what work related jobs do I need besides security and what will it take to be a correctional officer?
1 answer - Asked By: - 11/29/2011
How many hours do correctional officers work per week? Can they be part time or are they only full time? What type of jobs are usually done 3rd shift?
1 answer - Asked By: fckxux02 - 2/18/2010
Im 19 and i live in the state of california and i have no idea where to start to become a correctional officer. Can someone please tell me what would be the best way to start.
2 answers - Asked By: George Acuna - 6/28/2011
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Corrections Officer

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Bachelor's
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Associates
12.6%
Certification
6.7%
Master's
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Corrections Officer

Protects the public and the inmate population by maintaining the custody, security, and treatment of prisoners in correctional facilities.
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Size of Industry in 2006:
475,000
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2006

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