The physical ability and agility requirements for correctional officers vary from state to state. Among all of the county’s different jurisdictions, a common baseline standard can be devised based on statewide procedures. Prior to being hired for any position related to corrections officers, prison guards, or jailers, applicants will need to be at a certain […]
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How Can I Be A Correctional Officer Apprentice?
In case you’ve been wondering about or considering becoming a Correctional Officer Apprentice, you’ll find some basic information below on the topic and soon more state-specific information will be added. What is An Correctional Officer Apprentice? A Correctional Officer Apprentice is basically what you would expect any other apprentice in other skill sets to be, […]
Correctional Officer’s Prayer
The Correctional Officers Prayer By Lt. Larry Peoples – Florida Department of Corrections Lord, when it’s time to go inside, That place of steel and stone. I pray that you will keep me safe, So I won’t walk alone. Help me to do my duty, Please watch me on my rounds. Amongst those perilous places […]
Mesothelioma, Is it a Problem for Corrections Officers?
When you think about the safety and health hazards a correctional officer must face on a daily basis, mesothelioma and asbestos exposure are usually not the first things that come to mind. The risk of exposure in today’s modern age has been for the most part reduced due to various governments enacting rules and regulations […]
Correctional Officer Career Training Videos
Below are a collection of videos related to correctional officers that provide some useful and insightful information on how to become and a correctional officer and some steps you can take to advance your career in corrections. Introduction to Becoming a Correctional Officer Working as a Correctional Officer Correctional Officer Physical Abilities Training
LinkedIn: The Social Network for Finding Correctional Officer Jobs
Employers are increasingly relying on social media to connect with the masses of potential and prospective employees that you might what to ask yourself; “Should I use social media tools to find a correctional officer job?” Although many people would rather keep their employers and their personal social media accounts separate, many people are finding […]
What Type of Equipment Do Correctional Officer’s Need?
Correctional officers are engaged in one of the hardest law enforcement type jobs around, and in order to be successful, they need to have all the right equipment to be prepared for any situation that arises. Correctional officers work a tough job and an even tougher schedule so it is extremely important that they have […]
Should You Be Concerned About Passing a Background Check for Correctional Officer Jobs?
Well, the simple answer is yes, you should be concerned. Let me caveat that statement with this, you probably should be concerned if you have a reason to be concerned. The majority of people in America do have at least one or two things in their history that might throw up a red flag if […]
Correctional Officer Resumes – Tips You Should Know About
In order to obtain a job as a correctional officer, you must first start with the basics, and that usually begins with the application process and submitting a resume. A well written and composed resume can essentially mean the difference in being hired for the position that you have applied for or having your resume […]
Correctional Officer Training Job Description
Before you begin your career as a corrections officer and start your correctional officer training, it would be a good idea to first understand what is involved in the career, to include what the skills and training requirements are needed to become a correctional officer. A correctional officer’s job description can surely differ based on […]