The Corrections Connection Career Center - Corrections and Criminal Justice Career Links. They maintain security and observe inmate conduct and behavior to prevent disturbances and escapes. Job opportunities are expected to be plentiful due to much faster than average employment growth coupled with high turnover.
Most jobs are in large regional jails or prisons located in rural areas.
The work can be stressful because of concerns about personal safety. Employment of correctional officers is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations. This description is part of an article about the top jobs for the year 2000 and beyond . All rights reserved.