What do Correctional Officers do?

Correctional Officers are responsible for the day-to-day operations of Indian Country jails with responsibilities ranging from: transportation of prisoners; in-take and release processing; inmate monitoring; and, compliance with conditions of confinement. Strong communication skills and the ability to deal with an ever-changing environment are critical to being a successful Officer. Frequent interaction and contact with other Federal and Tribal law enforcement agencies and officers, the Tribal judicial system, Tribal governments, State and local agencies and the general public are necessary for successful job performance. Some skills that may make you well suited to this position are: sympathetic attitude towards others; ability to be persuasive; ability to make tough decisions especially under stress; and, sound reasoning. You may have developed these skills via your employment or volunteerism as a: counselor; parole/probation officer; firefighter; emergency medical technician; ...  more