Salaries generally were comparable for correction officers working in jails and other county and municipal correctional institutions. Corrections officers usually are provided uniforms or an allowance to purchase their own. Officers employed by the Federal Government and most State governments are covered by civil service systems or merit boards. A number of related careers are open to high school graduates who are interested in the protective services and the field of security. Bailiffs guard offenders and maintain order in courtrooms during proceedings.
Bodyguards escort and protect people form injury or invasion of privacy.
House or store detectives patrol career establishments to protect against theft and vandalism and to enforce standards of good behavior. Security guards protect government, commercial, and industrial property against theft, vandalism, illegal entry, and fire. Police officers and deputy sheriffs maintain law and order, prevent crime, and arrest offenders. Other corrections careers are open to persons interested in working with offenders. Probation and parole officers counsel offenders, process their release from correctional institutions, and evaluate their progress in becoming productive members of society.