[shoot-r]

I've had the offer to be a Correctional Officer for a local county Sheriff's dept. Anyone that's done this job could you tell me what the ups and downs of this position can be ?
Thanks to all.

 

[52dragon1911]

may i ask where your located?

 

[shoot-r]

52, Cumberland Co., Il.

 

[52dragon1911]

52, Cumberland Co., Il.

CDC officer here... retired in 06.
salary was excellent but the overtime hours were killers. Some were voluntary OT but some were mandatory. You must be prepared to work long hours under very stressful situation. Don't let the bad guys get to your nerves and you should be fine. Easier said than done though. Good luck.