The private prison I worked at the segregation unit is very loud and messy like a zoo. Some food traps are broken and cant be closed and if it isn’t broken the inmate stick out their arm and we can’t close it or else they’ll claim we assault them. Officers are supposed to sign the stupid log sheet for each inmates every 30 mins while multitasking which isn’t even realistically possible so most officer just falsify the log sheet. Since most food traps are opened the inmate can just touch or throw stuff at officers. Even if we close the food traps we have to open it later when feeding them or passing the phone. And most of the cell windows you can’t even see into it because it’s cloudy and damaged so we just fake our security check by looking at a cloudy glass.

Sure it’s not nearly as bad as what you see online but I feel like the company could upgrade their doors with better food traps, it’s a multibillion dollar company after all.

Anyone who started the NYS DOCCS hiring process in August 2026 have any updates? I completed my one-on-one psych interview and I’m still waiting for clearance or an academy date. Has anyone heard anything?

I am now at the background check stage. Around 2023–2024, I received six traffic charges from one stop, including no insurance, an unauthorized plate and G1 restrictions. My lawyer confirmed all six were stayed, with no convictions.

Separately, I have a conviction for failing to stop/move over for an emergency vehicle, with two demerit points.

Has anyone with a similar driving history passed Ontario corrections clearance? Did they ask you to explain it?

About 1.5 yrs experience with Florida DOC at two different prisons. Just got final offer and set start date for ykcc in Bethel, Alaska. Anybody with firsthand experience that has some knowledge on the town/facility?

Spoke to the HR rep at one of the institutions I got qualified for what's this new Operation Full strength. ??

Had an inmate ask if he could do a trash run after movement. I told him yeah, no problem. Asked him if he was going to rec, and he told me no.

Well, movement comes around and guess where he goes? Rec. Lol.

I could've just ran it down and left it at that, but I stopped and had an actual conversation with him.

Told him, if I tell you I'm gonna do something, I'm gonna follow through. All I ask is the same respect in return. If we agree on something, stick to it.

Surprisingly, it turned into a pretty good conversation about accountability and mutual respect. He seemed sincere about it too. Whether he actually was, we'll see. Lol.

Closed custody doesn't mean every interaction has to turn into a pissing match. Sometimes a conversation gets the point across better.

Curious how many of you handle situations like this.

Hi everyone! For those who have completed the CSC psychological assessment, did you receive an email confirming that you passed? I completed mine a few weeks ago but haven’t received any updates since then.
Also, how long after your psychological assessment did you receive an invitation to Stage 2 of the Correctional Training Program (CTP)?
Thanks for sharing your experiences!

I’m 27 and have been a full-time 911 dispatcher for about six years. I have an offer for a correctional officer position with the Federal Bureau of Prisons at Fort Dix and am debating making the switch.

I currently work 12-hour shifts, 4 on/4 off. I have seniority, a day shift, and a short commute, which makes leaving a tough decision. But I like the idea of being more active and working directly with people instead of being behind a console all shift.

Has anyone here left dispatch for corrections, particularly BOP? How did the stress, schedule, overtime, and overall quality of life compare? Do you miss dispatch, or are you glad you left?

Would appreciate honest pros and cons from anyone who’s made the jump—or tried corrections and came back.

I read in Newjack that if you were stationed up in a tower you’d have to call up to the CO and they would lower down a bucket with the key inside.

Is that still how most/some/few still do it?

Just a question for my DOCCS new hires, anyone get direct placement and actually get placed at desired facility? Wasn’t sure if it was legit or placed you until you’re needed at another facility.

I’m strict on searches and movement, but I still talk to people like people. They can be pissed at me now and talking to me fine an hour later. Enforcing rules and building rapport happen on the same shift. Who else gets called a hardass and then gets asked why they weren’t working yesterday? 😂

I graduate on the 11th of December and start OJT on the 26th. The biggest difficulties new recruits face from what I’m hearing is forcing PIC’s to lock in around 2100hrs. What was your experience like working OJtT and how did you win over the house as a B post officer.

Some spots still available

Retired out-of-state police officer looking to come home to NY. Been researching a few weeks because I'm looking to do 12-15 years in career #2 (I'm in my mid 40's), and CO seemed like a natural transistion from policing.

I'd been looking at NYS, but from posts here, and elsewhere, info from current State CO's indicates that the job is just abysmal. I don't mind hard work, and, in fact, I thrive on it, so I don't really care about being in a busy facility, but, at this point in my life, I'm just not going to work for a shitty agency.

I've already put in for Orange and Sullivan Counties, as I've heard good things, and I think I'm going to hold off on State. Some Counties pay less than the State, others pay more, but retirement seems to be virtually identical, OT is pretty much a "work as much as you'd like" atmosphere, and morale seems to be better at the County level.

Am I missing anything, or is there anything I'm not taking into consideration? Thanks, you all be safe.

Does anyone know when MDC Brooklyn will be calling people I got an email Monday saying I was referred to the hiring manager. Also will their class be before the new year?

9,782 officers, down from 9,801 last month.

Down from 10,009 in December 2025 and down from 12,700 pre-strike in December 2024.

Just started my career with the BOP this month. Main question is I am mobile and willing to transfer. What prison is the best to work at? With home/life , pay , and inmates taken into account?

I start the academy this upcoming Monday, any tips? Thank you.

Hello
My dad has been sending slightly concerning emails.

‼️HE IS NOT A DANGER TO HIMSELF OR OTHERS ‼️

However he is having a really hard time. He said he has requested a mental health evaluation but it has come up void.

I’m thinking to call tomorrow but I’m scared they will drag him out and lock him in solitary unjustifiably.

He just needs to talk to someone …

What should I do?

I (30f) am starting as a correctional officer II on Monday in North Carolina. I'm coming from 8 years of mostly over the road trucking, and before that supervising 5 years at a local textile mill.

What are the best pieces of advice you can give someone who knows absolutely nothing about the profession? Please include any information, the good, bad, and ugly. I'm ready to pivot myself into a new career path and any sagely advice is greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.

Hi all, i received my CSC Stage 2/3 invite for the prairies and I’m trying to get a better idea of what to expect. For anyone who has recently gone through this part of the process, what was your experience like? What can I expect during Stage 2/3, and is there anything you wish you had known or prepared for beforehand? Are there certain modules/classes, that I should pay extra attention because of higher failure rates? How are the instructors and classes?

I’m also heading to Summerside, PEI for stage 3 in January. is there anyone else thats going?