How do they match: Correctional Officers and Jailers

  • Security Officer
  • Guard
  • Convict Guard
  • Correctional Guard
  • Gate Guard
  • Immigration Guard
  • Jail Guard
  • Point Guard
  • Prison Guard

  • 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.

  • Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
  • Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional facilities to ensure security and help prevent escapes.

  • Guard facilities.
  • Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with security or safety regulations.
  • Use weapons or physical force to maintain security.