Prison Guard
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Prison Guards and Firefighters
- Minor : Prison Guards
Summary
Prison guards monitor and manage inmates in correctional facilities such as prisons and detention centers, maintaining safety and order.
Description
Prison guards monitor and manage all aspects of inmates' lives in correctional facilities such as prisons and detention centers, supporting safe and orderly operations. Main duties include roll calls and cell checks, escorting inmates during transfers or outings, body searches, emergency responses, and creating records and reports. Based on the Correctional Institution Act and Code of Criminal Procedure, they respect inmates' rights while preventing and addressing violations. They are required to exercise calm judgment and swift action in physically and mentally demanding environments.
Future Outlook
There is stable demand from the perspective of maintaining public security, with expanding duties such as responding to the diversification and aging of inmates and enhancing correctional education. Job openings remain stable.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Emphasizes discipline / Excellent observational skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Civil Servant / Indoor Work / Night Duty / Shifts / Team System
Career Path
Assistant Prison Guard → Prison Guard → Senior Prison Guard → Head Prison Guard → Prison Director
Required Skills
Initial Emergency Response / Legal Knowledge / Record Management / Roll Call Operations
Recommended Skills
Basic Counseling / Communication Skills / First Aid / Office Software
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To cope with diverse situational changes and changes in inmates' behavior. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to detect subtle signs of abnormalities or violations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and sentry duties. |
| Problem Solving | Ability to quickly respond to and resolve emergencies or sudden troubles is necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to maintain calmness even in mentally and physically demanding situations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because daily tasks do not require much generation of new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is minimal; basic record management is sufficient. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Passed Correctional Officer Employment Exam
Aliases
- Prison Guard
Related Jobs
- Correctional Officer
- Security Guard