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UpstateNYer

Updated 4 hours ago

NY Correctional Academy - 5076 Replies

** Gray sweatshirts...sorry about the typo

chad

Updated 7 hours ago

waiting list - 295 Replies

[QUOTE who="Brett in Dearborn, Michigan"]I called a recruiter yesterday and he told me that they need to run a small academy before September for...

Craig

Updated 9 hours ago

Nevada State Corrections - 354 Replies

[QUOTE who="Broham in Las Vegas, Nevada"]Actually it's not bad. They have a Ridley's(which is a grocery store like Alberton's), they have a anytime...

invader

Updated 9 hours ago

CDCR June Acadamy 2011 - 2404 Replies

[QUOTE who="pinoyn707 in Vallejo, California"]you dont even have a year in the department. You should go pico here in solano. We have alot of pico...

So Focused

Updated 23 hours ago

Correction Officer in Connecticut - 1667 Replies

[QUOTE who="CO in Windsor Locks, Connecticut"]Don't mess up on the pushups. I've seen A LOT of people get bumped out for those. The test is not going...

Stephanie

Prior conviction

In 1998, I was found guilty of Assault & Battery ( VA CODE SECTION 18.2-57.2 ) Which I did not commit!!!! I was 19 and now I am 34, My THEN husband...

Msdaytoday

Baltimore City correction why they take so long

I have completed everything as far as my correctional process goes. I was wondering why they take so long. Everything went well with my process and...

Eddie2526

Updated 10 days ago

mdcc - 2 Replies

[QUOTE who="manny in Miami, Florida"]I applied about 3 weeks ago to Miami Dade corrections did my orientation,past my fbat, took my pat test past...

J-W-

Updated 10 days ago

Have been arrested can this Jam me up? - 7 Replies

What you wrote won't prevent you from getting a law enforcement officer job or becoming a correctional officer. Getting jobs is becoming more and...

J-W-

Updated 10 days ago

Becoming a corrections officer in PA? - 321 Replies

Getting law enforcement related jobs is becoming more and more competitive. Agencies are getting more and more applicants compared to what they used...

noelalberto8

Updated 11 days ago

How long does the whole process take? - 14 Replies

[QUOTE who="yellow in Wayne, New Jersey"]*have[/QUOTE] i took the test last year, and received my score a couple of weeks later but i didn't see...

TARRIA in Waldorf, Maryland

Updated 16 days ago

Corretional Officer Training - 17 Replies

I want to work for baltimore city as a correctional officer. i wanted to know does anyone know where the 6 week training will be because i do not...

YesMa'am in Tallahassee, Florida

Updated 18 days ago

Miami correctional officer - 4 Replies

Hey I recently applied for miami dade county corrections officer and was wondering if anyone else is in the process too?

Bryeguy in Bothell, Washington

Updated 23 days ago

Video Assessment for the DOC - 95 Replies

I have a video assessment at the end of the month for a corrections position and I am STOKED! My question is, what do I wear to the assessment? I'm...

cesar castro in New York, New York

Updated 25 days ago

TEST 0302 - 2 Replies

Does anyone knows when they will start calling from test# 0302 ??? please help!!!!!!!

Michael in Little Rock, Arkansas

Updated 1 month ago

question - 1 Reply

I wanna try out for an correctional officer. how do i go about the process of starting it?

MakoMike in Henderson, Nevada

Updated 1 month ago

Las Vegas Dept of Corrections - 8 Replies

I took the written video test for the Las Vegas Dept of Corrections and was placed in "Group 2". Has anybody else taken the test--this is for the...

gochevygo

Updated 1 month ago

Physical Agility Test - 11 Replies

Hi All I have my PAT test soon. How difficult is it? When they say very hard resistance how difficult is it really? And how many minutes are you on...

GTSRider in Millbrook, New York

Updated 1 month ago

new york state correction officer physical? - 8 Replies

Does anyone know whats on the correction officer physical. One video on youtube showed dragging and lifting dummies, stairs, jumping over a low...

C in Columbia, Missouri

Updated 1 month ago

correction officer physical agility test?? - 2 Replies

I was wondering what the agility test consisted of. I am applying in Missouri if that helps

capedda

Updated 1 month ago

felony friendly - 191 Replies

To Joy in Murfreesboro, Tenn. An F5 Felony does not mean your felony is 5 years old. It means it is a Class 5 felony (F5). Anybody that runs a...

Tish0619 in Nottingham, Maryland

Updated 1 month ago

Women Correctional Officers - 53 Replies

I've every interested in becoming a corrections officer. I'm a strong women who can handle her own and can be prety tough when I need to be. How hard...

manda in Clarksville, Maryland

Updated 1 month ago

Physical ability Testing - 33 Replies

Has anyone taken the Physical ability test for the PA DOC???? Please share so i can get ready

Tomi in Clovis, California

Updated 1 month ago

Oral Peace Officer Psychological Evaluation (POPE) (Pass/Fail) - 183 Replies

Has anyone taken this evaluation for the CDCR lately? I was wondering what is needed to prepare for this or what kind of questions are asked. I...

K in CT in New Britain, Connecticut

Updated 1 month ago

CDCR, I just passed my written in fresno. June academy a go - 14 Replies

I just passed my written. They told us not to listen to rumors and there will be a June 2012 academy.

casike83 in Leominster, Massachusetts

Updated 1 month ago

civil service exam scores - 10 Replies

is a 79 to low? how soon can i retake the exam? i took it on 1/8/10.

Jrelated1 in Staten Island, New York

Updated 2 months ago

words of wisdom please!! - 112 Replies

I have an orientation session with the nycdoc in less than a week. I just wanted to know what to expect and what this actually means in regards to...

Tommy Watkins in Prattville, Alabama

Updated 2 months ago

Top corrections officer skills needed to get the job. - 13 Replies

What are the top 3 traits or skills every corrections officer must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your corrections...

tony in Hillsborough, North Carolina

Updated 2 months ago

Show me the money... - 266 Replies

What are typical corrections officer salaries? Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this...

Brandon in Columbia, South Carolina

Tennessee department of corrections hiring process

Does anybody know how long it takes to get the official job offer with TDOC? I have an interview tomorrow. Will they hire me right away after the...

sarah in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Updated 2 months ago

Female Corrections Officer in Ohio - 1 Reply

I've been offered a job as a corrections officer and would love to chat with any other females with experience in this field.

Heather in Lewisville, Texas

Updated 2 months ago

DAYTON TEXAS CORRECTIONAL OFFICER - 1 Reply

I HAD MY INTERVIEW AND TEST TO BECOME A CORRECTIONAL OFFICER THE FIRST IF AUGUST. WENT TO BEAUMONT AND PASSED TEST AND INTERVIEW WENT GOOD, NOW JUST...

JoDo in Fresno, California

Updated 2 months ago

failed the psychological interview for ca. correction, has anyone ever failed it and took a second - 13 Replies

Has anyone failed the psychological interview and paid for a second one on their own.? What are my chances of passing the second one and does anyone...

JussBlaze420 in Gwynn Oak, Maryland

Updated 2 months ago

Curious on how to study for employment exam? - 26 Replies

Hello All, I am new to the forum and just wanted to get some information on the employment exam. I am applying in Maryland and it has the hiring...

kay in United Kingdom

Updated 2 months ago

Tips for corrections officer interviews. - 249 Replies

Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming corrections officer interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and...

262177 in Varna, Bulgaria

Updated 2 months ago

Has anyone received any info on the March 2010 academy in california? - 3472 Replies

Thought I would get a head start ... since the November 09'academy has been canceled. So .... has anyone heard anything yet?

srgt tavares in Rahway, New Jersey

Updated 2 months ago

becoming a correctional officer in nj - 2 Replies

i live in newark nj and want to train to become a c. o. does anyone have any info.

Bsummers31 in Newport, Tennessee

Updated 3 months ago

correctional officer examination for the sheriff department in davidson county nashville tennessee - 6 Replies

Hi everyone, i am gettiing ready to take a written exam for correctional officers in davidson county nashville tennessee. Does anyone know what the...

Dee in La Habra, California

Updated 3 months ago

HOW TO GET IN SHAPE FOR PAT - 1 Reply

I FAILED A RECENT PHYSICAL AGILITIES TEST IN CALIFORNIA. IT WAS FOR HOLDING 165 DUMMY FOR 60 SECS. WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO GET IN SHAPE FOR SOMETHING...

john in Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Updated 3 months ago

MI DOC pre-employment pt test questions - 1 Reply

Hello. So I have read and heard conflicting accounts regarding the pt test, particularly the step test. Most recently I was told that all three...

CO waiting in Bakersfield, California

Updated 3 months ago

Have ne questions, feel free to ask. I've been CO for cdcr for three years now. - 22 Replies

Reading all of your guys comments, brings back memories when I went thru the process. Feel free to ask ne questions.

jjedrzej in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

To Late?

Is it to late to register to take the test on feb 4th?

joshua in Charlton, Massachusetts

age requirements

How old do you have to be to take the DOC cival service test in Mass? Thank YOu

David in Hinesville, Georgia

Updated 4 months ago

probation/parol exam in GA - 1 Reply

I took the test yesterday and my test score was 80. I am afraid that this is not enough to get interview. Does anyone have any experience with this?...

hello in Sacramento, California

How long does it usually take to get in academy after passing physical tets

Hi! I was wondering if anyone knows how long does it usually take,to get in the acedemy, or at least hear from CDCR after you pass you physical test.

MakoMike in Henderson, Nevada

Updated 4 months ago

Deputy City Marshal // Municipal Court Marshal // {"Court Officer"}-- VIDEO BASED WRITTEN EXAM--Las Vegas Nevada - 2 Replies

I have to take 2 different "Video Based Written Exams" next week for the Deputy City Marshal and the Municipal Court Marshal. Does anybody have an...

SENIOR Officer in Prattville, Alabama

Updated 4 months ago

Online colleges - 25 Replies

I was wondering if any one knows of good legit schools where you can complete your degree completely over the computer? I heard University of...

SENIOR Officer in Prattville, Alabama

Updated 4 months ago

Alabama DOC - 2 Replies

Hello, I am 19 and will be putting in my application as a Correctional Officer Trainee with ADOC. I have a few questions and any information is...

DRUMMER07 in San Jose, California

Updated 4 months ago

Should I pay to attend a County Corrections Program? - 4 Replies

Two questions: Is it meaningless to enter a "County" Corrections Program (not a State academy program) that is 2 months in length and will it...

Specialk in San Francisco, California

Updated 4 months ago

How to prepare for the Physical Abilities Test. - 3 Replies

I applied for the Correctional officer position at Merced County and I was wondering if anyone knew what the Physical Abilities test consist of or...

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