I had two previous job where I was suspended w/ pay, then released . I was having sexual relations at both jobs.

Job 1- accused of making a girl feel uncomfortable ( she made advances at me , I declined). Word got out that I shot her down and she was embarrassed, so she told everyone including HR I pursued her. Absolutely zero proof . She didn’t even have my number or any personal info! They let me go because ya know, she’s a woman against a man. I was however seeing another employee ( not under me ) in a sexual manner. NOT on premises.

Job 2- I was having sex with a married coworker , she told me she was seperated and lied ( not under me, different division) . 100% consensual, not on grounds . She told one of my direct coworkers , who told HR and said she was uncomfortable around me. Claimed she seen a video of us having sex ( impossible), no video was ever made. HR of course fired me because they didn’t want said female coworker uncomfortable. The other woman I was seeing kept her job!

In both these cases, absolutely ZERO evidence was presented. I was fired due to “sexual harassment”. No idea how it falls into that category .

Anywho, with zero evidence will corrections hold this against me? I disclosed all this information . My supervisor at job 2 said he will give me a glowing recommendation as well, and mention there was no evidence.

Had the background investigation and I’m nervous this could jeopordize me.

I have people telling me they accept anyone that wasn’t found guilty with a record.

I’m in Rhode Island.

Thanks in advance

Hey fellas I just needed some advice, I’m in Texas and I’m currently going to online school for a CJ degree and I plan on applying to be a police officer in 2026 when I graduate and I want to work in corrections while going to school so that way I’ll have almost 2 years of correctional experience plus a CJ degree when I graduate and start applying to PD’s(plus the pay and benefits are pretty decent), I was just wondering how long is the hiring process usually? And would it be in bad judgment if I was upfront about wanting to work corrections so I can be a better candidate for patrol work in 2026? And do we get paid in the is the academy/training?

Are you able to have a swap partner or do swaps with BOP?

So a little about me, male, turning 40, background in security, bouncing, immigrated to Canada in 2019.

Corrections has always interested me, as well as policing. Army was my career of choice but no longer on the cards, did my time as a reservist back home (missed the regular forces cut off age of 25 back in 2010 due to recruitment freeze).

Any advice on where to get started, what I can do to up my chances etc?

Thanks

I was wondering if there is any one working currently or previously at the Kent institute in British Columbia. I am going into my training in January and will be sent out there after. Was just wanting some insight on what I might have to deal with or some tips for guidance before starting. Anything is great. Thanks!!!!

So I have a pretty good shot at getting out of custody. Anyone here made the switch and didn’t look back?

I accepted a job offer as a CO in California and still have another interview and some other things to do before I get fully hired. I’m fine with everything the job has to offer but was curious if a county CO for the sheriffs department is considered a Peace officer? Also I want to transition to being a deputy later aside from having a better chance of being hired later are there any benefit in the POST academy having experience as a CO?

For anyone starting soon or today for DOJ-FBOP my day basically was meeting warden. She talked for like over 3 hours, lunch, and met with HR for benefits and pay etc. took pictures for Creds and questions we could think of. Next 9 business days is basically death by power point💀😂.

Overall our warden seems really squared away and kept it real with folk but also explained that this is just the beginning and a great career starter for Federal law enforcement. I overall enjoyed today and the process. I’m just ready to get my creds, badge and get to work!

Feel free to shoot me a DM or ask if any of yall have questions and I’ll try to share my experience!🫡

Hey all,

Doing a schedule change and going to start doing 16 hour shifts for some more time off. MY work week will be 16/16/8 hour day and 4 days off.

What do you guys do for meal prep for 16 hour days? What foods can i prep that will be good in the fridge for 2 or 3 days?! Looking at eggs for the morning, lunch maybe turkey sandwich or pasta and some fruit, dinner some rice and pasta/veggies/wraps. Nuts and yogurt throughout the day as a snack. thoughts? Thanks all

Good afternoon,

I’m in the process of applying for a position with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and wanted to ask for advice regarding the resume submission. Would you recommend using the BOP resume builder, or is it better to submit my own personalized resume?

I want to ensure I present my qualifications effectively and align with what they’re looking for. Any tips or insights would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!

Hi all, I’ll be heading to Kingston in January for Stage 3 training. Just wondering if there’s a group chat for people to connect with others? If not would people be interested in joining one?

Hoping someone from Virginia can help me out here. Are Virginia Jail Officers who attend Jailor Basic School covered under LEOSA? Reading the state statute, they are granted some arrest power such as in cases of escape. Additionally, I believe they qualify with Firearms.

Hello,

I’m currently serving on active duty and plan to separate this upcoming May. I’m interested in applying to the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) at Sea-Tac and would like some advice on the best timeline to start my application process. My goal is to secure a position and transition directly into a job shortly after leaving active duty.

Additionally, I will be joining the Reserves for two years after my separation. Are there any BOP employees here who are also in the Reserves? If so, how has your experience been balancing both commitments?

Any insights, recommendations, or tips would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

Recently signed me conditional officer letter and I am waiting for stage 2 assignment. I’ve heard it’s quite challenging and the exam on the first day of stage 3 is also hard. Anyone have any insight on this? Are the tests throughout stage 3 hard? Really don’t want to fuck this up.

Good morning how soon after your interview day did you get a start date for OJT?

Is there anyone at the end of the process and just waiting for a call to attend academy.

Hi all.

I had a few questions about the authority of Maryland DOC Officers.

Under the Maryland Criminal Procedure Section 2-207, it states

  (c)      Correctional officers designated by the Commissioner of Correction under § 3-216 of the Correctional Services Article have the same powers to arrest persons on the property of a correctional facility of the Division of Correction as are set forth in this title for police officers.

Is the “Commissioner of Correction” specific to the State, or does this apply to each county and the subsequent correctional officers? Additionally, does this authority grant DOC Officers permission to carry under LEOSA, as I believe DOC employees also qualify annually with firearms.

I just stumbled across the weapon inmates have created called a Glock Dookie…. Have you had an experience with this biological weapon?

Correctional officer program coming up, they say I need a pair of police or military style polishable shoe. Any recommendations ?

I went through the BOP process a while ago and did not complete it due to getting injured at my current job. Now I am thinking of reapplying. Does BOP disqualify someone that smoked weed 3 years ago? I am also currently in a law enforcement position. The last time I went through the process they said I need “approval from a regional director”

Hey guys quick question, How long are you in class for phase 1 (ICT ) they just just told me to report Monday @730am

Took the test last month. I was on the last step of the Suffolk corrections but failed the oral psych and ended up failing the Appeal. Does the city and Suffolk share the same info I told Suffolk? And does NYCDOC have a polygraph?

Im handing in my pre polygraph questions tomorrow. Im 31 now, but in high school I was an unguided kid who experimented with drugs. Weed, did cocaine at parties, and drank(never been arrested) . Ive been on the straight and narrow for 12 years plus. Some officers Ive asked opinions on this didn’t necessarily say it, but basically implied not to say “certain things”, when I think I should go in there and lay it all out on the table. Do I still have a shot at a corrections career?

Is it like border patrol where you get a list of random locations and you choose from one? Or can you choose your preference beforehand? Also do they randomly place you in min/medium/max prisons or is it based on your background/experience?

Hey guys and gals thinking of a change scenery after 8 in a half years at my local county jail and am looking at going BOP. I’m grandfathered in on a 25 year pension plan but can’t collect till 21 more years so it’s almost a wash if I roll what I have an my pension into a separate 401k and collect the federal pension in 20 years. I believe initially I will take a pay cut however it seems like I should catch up after not that long. I do have a bachelors in criminal justice. Would that qualify me for a g6 or g7 or a g8 with my experience? Not 💯 committed in leaving just trying to way my options after nearly spending a decade at where I work. Thanks for any help.

Hi all, I'm a fiction author & writing a book where the main character is a corrections officer in North Carolina in the mid 1980s. Anyone on here work in corrections in the 1980s? And is it ok for me to post questions on here about it or is this sub just for people who actually work in corrections?

Getting sprayed Monday anyone have any advice? This is going to suck

What's the most difficult thing you've ever had to tell someone?

What’s some of the dumbest reasons you failed a facility or someone got fired, for not doing that basic part of the job and should be common knowledge. CO’s glad to hear y’all’s responses too.