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Reference Information: Correctional Officers
- Article from:
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Article date:
- January 1, 2004
- Author:
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Significant Points
* The work can be stressful and hazardous.
* Most correctional officers work in institutions located in rural areas with smaller inmate populations than those in urban jails.
* Job opportunities are expected to be excellent.
Nature of the Work
Correctional officers are responsible for overseeing individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial or who have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to serve time in a jail, reformatory, or penitentiary. They maintain security and inmate accountability to prevent disturbances, assaults, or escapes. Officers have no law enforcement responsibilities outside the institution where ...