Before i was a CO i was a bleeding heart type of person. I still have some of those traits but being a CO has really changed my views on things.

- one, people better be thankful for the more rowdy COs. Yes i know some COs have went too far BUT anyone who has worked a unit knows theyre thankful as hell when basically the Hulk or Thor of the team shows up. I know i have and im a big guy myself. Crazy has to match crazy

- two, i really appreciate the profession. I originally was just gona use the department to launch myself as a street cop. But after working a while i actually changed my mind. Corrections is really needed. I honestly didnt know it was that many murderers and Edp445s walking around. And we as COs were the frontline to order. Could you imagine some of these inmates free.

Any one knows how long it takes to get hired at Geo group in Florida as a certified officer after an interview is done?

Question for Officers with seniority, at your facility does having seniority insure bids on certain posts, schedule & mados for OT?

At my nonsense facility having seniority is only based upon the scheduled shift when I spoke to the Chief of security. Absolutely nonsense & no quarterly post bids at all even exist.

Posting for my friend…. Her man had court today in Banning, CA and was found guilty. He has court again next month for his sentencing.

Does anybody know which jail he would most likely have been taken to today while they wait for his sentencing? I’m not sure if there is a jail in the city of Banning or any others nearby.
And if possible to know which prison he’ll be transferred to once he gets sentenced.

Also wondering what kind of tablets they use; JPay, Securus, GTL etc.

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Any one work/ worked there ? Whats it like ? Insights ? Thank you , stay safe .

I have some questions about FCI Manchester, if anyone currently or recently worked there, I would appreciate any info. Thank you!

This is my first corrections job I have only been on the floor for a month and a half and now im getting posted in seg. I was told during training and i believe its in policy somewhere that you can only be posted in seg after having 6 months on the floor. When i told my captain he brushed it off and didn’t do anything. Is there anything i can do???

Just accepted a TDCJ Correctional Officer position and was wondering what to expect going into the academy. Is the drug test and PT test usually done on the first day, or do they let you know ahead of time when those tests will be? I recently moved to another part of Texas and need to find a new doctor to get my inhaler prescription, so I’m mainly trying to figure out when the PT test is. Also, what’s the academy actually like, and is there anything you wish you knew before you started? I’d appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Thanks!

Security cameras record incidents, but they cannot prevent them. Security guards actively monitor situations, respond immediately to emergencies, assist visitors, and deter criminal activity. Combining professional guards with surveillance systems provides the highest level of protection.

Looking for advice. I'm (23F) in the interviewing process with a couple police departments for patrol officer positions, but that can take about a year and a half is the estimate I've been given. I'm working a seasonal position that's about to end, and in the meantime I need a job. I have options, but with my interest in law enforcement I have my eye on being a corrections officer. I know I need to get more harsh, unpleasant, real-life experience.

I've been in management for years, have experience with attempted assault on the job, stalking, being generally berated and having to call the cops plenty of times. Also worked at an animal shelter, so I'm familiar with blood and feces and loud work environments and bad smells. Also being attacked and trying to avoid being attacked, and cleaning up other people's blood. I like eventful days and want a tough, important job where I can help people.

A couple facilities in Washington are offering $6-7k plus $5k initially to move. They want me to move as soon as I am able, though I'd like to finish my seasonal position first. I'm aware with this kind of offer the job has to suck, but it's a great stepping stone. I would be moving 10 hours away on my own, leaving my family and boyfriend behind (he doesn't want to move with me, we live together currently), and I know there's no way I've had a job as intense as this will be. It'll just be me and my cat. I just want the position for a year or two as I doubt I'll fall in love with it enough to give up being a patrol officer.

Any general advice on if it sounds worth it? Any advice for the culture shock? My family doesn't want me in law enforcement at all and my friends don't want me moving so I just don't have a lot of advice from anyone other than "absolutely not."

Wondering if there’s still hope for invites to ctp 2/3 in September for Atlantic region.. seems like all other regions got invites but Atlantic .. kinda loosing hope

I received an offer for a behavioral health position in a juvenile correctional facility. This will be my first position like this, so I was wondering if anyone has had experience for or with behavioral health staff and if there is anything I should know before getting into a role like this.

Anyone gotten any additional guidance on this locally?

We got an email today saying we can only being "food for personal use" and that any food has to be in a clear container. It states no plastic bags or wrapped food items will be permitted and any food "beyond that for reasonable personal use is prohibited."

So I guess they're taking away even the pizza parties now? At least this will stop the contraband problem for sure, right?

I applied two months ago and received email that I am eligible and have a rank of #27. I’m supposed to join a zoom session with recruiters and to also learn about the hiring process. Anybody working with city of Philadelphia can give me the details of the hiring process? I understand it’s long process. Is there a psych evaluation? Physical test? Lie detector test? What to expect after zoom session? How long is the academy? Thanks in advance!

BCBS Basic doesn't cover much at all. Most of the one's I looked at weren't really good and were up in price.

Hi, I am currently in the process of preparing to go to the Academy. I was just wondering if they test for THC during the hiring process or randomly throughout the year? Thanks.

I think this is a very important topic to discuss because many people believe that being a security guard is an easy job. In reality, very few understand the challenges, risks, and responsibilities that security guards face every day.

I'd love to hear your opinions and personal experiences. Have you ever faced any difficult or dangerous situations while working as a security guard? What were the biggest challenges, and how did you handle them?

Has anyone gotten their loans paid off as a CO? I believe HR is giving me the runaround.

How bad is mandatory overtime?

Any CO working multiple 16 hour days, you every find the time to workout?

I am currently looking to relocate from NY to PA and applied for a PADOCS position as corrections officer. Here in NY COs are Peace officers and qualify for LEOSA and carry firearms off duty on the “shield”.

In PA I see state COs are peace officers but I cannot get a clear answer if state COs need a PA LTC, or if they can carry off duty on a “shield” or state ID. Also do PADOCs COs qualify for LEOSA while active/retired?

Any PADOCS officers feel free to Dm me or give me the truth here. Thanks.

I am just finishing up CTP1 and I can't get two of the chapters to complete. I have gone over them multiple times, clicked every link, passed all the informal tests, and I can't get it to say it's completed.

Today is my last day to complete it, so I can't reach out for help, and I can't write my final test until these chapters are completed.

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