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Correctional Officer Are Needed Across the U.S.Correctional officer, also known as detention officers, oversee individuals that are arrested, and awaiting trial, or have been convicted of a crime and are going to or are currently in prison. It is the responsibility of a correctional officer to maintain security and prevent disturbances within the inmate population. Part of that responsibility, includes searching the inmates and their living quarters for drugs and weapons, as well as monitoring their activities within every aspect of their lives while incarcerated.The Federal Bureau of Prison requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a field such as counseling, or assistance. Formal training is also required in areas such as firearm training, arrest and control techniques, constitutional rights, affective use of force, transportation, and communication skills. Although, wages and benefits are advantageous, you can expected a certain level of danger working in an occupation where you are interacting with a criminal population. You have the option of working in men, women, or youth's correctional facility. Whichever path you decide to take, the wages and benefits offered from working in a government institution is well worth your time and effort, and can lead to further advancement. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean 2008 - 09 mean annual wage is $41,340. The highest ten percent make $64,110 per year plus benefits. |
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