You might hire a correctional officer to:
- Monitor inmate behavior and routinely inspect the correctional facility to ensure safety
Escort inmates to medical facilities, job sites, classrooms, and approved off-site locations
- Mediate disputes and offer assistance to inmates with legitimate questions and requests
- Write reports of daily inmate activities and communicate any incidents
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Exceptional verbal communication skills | Strong writing skills for drafting clear reports |
| Ability to apply logic and critical thinking in tense situations | Familiarity with the laws and regulations that govern the rights and responsibilities of officers and inmates |
| Empathetic listening skills | Foundational understanding of human psychology and behavioral disorders |
| Capability to work 8- to 12-hour shifts | Superb leadership skills shaped from experience |
| Excellent physical fitness, strength, and agility | Working knowledge of operational security and public safety measures |
