In the Air Force:
Security Forces; Security Forces Apprentice; Security Forces Apprentice, Military Working Dog Handler; Security Forces Helper; Security Forces Helper, Military Working Dog Handler; Security Forces Journeyman, Combat Arms; Security Forces Journeyman, Military Working Dog Handler; Tactical Air Control Party (TACP); Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Craftsman; Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Journeyman
In the Army:
Military Police; Unit Supply Specialist
Maintaining a balance of the 3 “Cs” – care, custody, and control— with the incarcerated, is up to correctional officers and bailiffs. They keep prisoners safe and contained. Correctional officers oversee people who have been imprisoned, enforce the facility’s rules and regulations, and monitor the whereabouts of inmates at all times. They search inmates and cells for weapons and drugs, and may need to restrain inmates for safety or to escort them. Correctional officers settle disputes and enforce discipline, but also may schedule work assignments and other activities. Daily logs and reports detailing every shift are required. Bailiffs are law enforcement officers who maintain safety and order in courtrooms. They guard juries, deliver court documents, and enforce courtroom rules. Most correctional officers work for government correctional institutions— some modern and well-maintained, and some old, hot, and overcrowded. Bailiffs work in courtrooms. Working in a correctional institution can be stressful and dangerous… injuries and illness rates are some of the highest of all careers. Officers work in shifts 24/7, including weekends and holidays. In addition to a high school education, officers train in a special academy, and may also receive on-the-job training at a facility. Federal prisons require a bachelor’s degree or related work experience. Candidates must not have a felony conviction.
What they do:
Maintain order in courts of law.
On the job, you would:
Screen persons entering courthouse using magnetometers, x-ray machines, and other devices to collect and retain unauthorized firearms and other contraband.
Escort prisoners to and from courthouse and maintain custody of prisoners during court proceedings.
Maintain order in courtroom during trial and guard jury from outside contact.
Safety and Government
public safety and security
law and government
Arts and Humanities
English language
Business
customer service
Math and Science
psychology
Basic Skills
keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
talking to others
Social
understanding people's reactions
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Attention
pay attention to something without being distracted
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
Integrity
Self Control
Dependability
Stress Tolerance
Cooperation
Attention to Detail
You might use software like this on the job:
Data base user interface and query software
Microsoft Access
National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Electronic mail software
Email software
Microsoft Outlook
high school diploma/GED or associate's degree usually needed
Get started on your career:
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
In the Army:
Military Police; Unit Supply Specialist
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