O*NET Career Intelligence

Correctional Officers and Jailers

SOC 33-3012.00

Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions.

Zone 2 Protective Service

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Speaking

4.0

Social Perceptiveness

4.0

Active Listening

3.9

Monitoring

3.9

Critical Thinking

3.6

Reading Comprehension

3.5

Coordination

3.5

Persuasion

3.2

Knowledge Areas 8

Public Safety and Security

4.8

Law and Government

3.9

English Language

3.8

Clerical

3.5

Administration and Management

3.4

Customer and Personal Service

3.4

Psychology

3.4

Transportation

3.3

Key Tasks

1Conduct head counts to ensure that each prisoner is present.

2Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional facilities to ensure security and help prevent escapes.

3Monitor conduct of prisoners in housing unit, or during work or recreational activities, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, to prevent escape or violence.

4Search prisoners and vehicles and conduct shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband, such as weapons or drugs.

5Maintain records of prisoners' identification and charges.

Also Known As

Booking Officer Certified Detention Deputy Civilian Jail Officer Community Corrections Officer Community Services Officer Convict Guard Correction Officer Correctional Captain Correctional Guard Correctional Lieutenant