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Work Environment
Corrections specialists in the military work both indoors and outdoors depending on their assignment. They may work outdoors while conducting investigations or patrolling facilities.
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Military Status
Enlisted
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Average Military Salary
$39,615
Overview
The corrections specialty in military law enforcement primarily involves guarding and supervising confined and restrained personnel. Law enforcement specialists that focus on corrections not only act as jailers, but are licensed military law enforcement specialists that ensure law and order. They prevent and quell riots and disturbances, prevent and suppress crimes against military personnel, and maintain order at military installations.
Military Training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field and covers tactical and survival skills physical training military life and customs and weapons training. Corrections specialists in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include:
- Military/civil laws and jurisdiction
- Investigation and evidence collection procedures and techniques
- Arrest and physical restraint techniques
- Self-defense and use of firearms
- Crime scene processing
- Interpersonal communications skills
- Search/restraint and custody/control procedures
- Crime prevention
- Testimonial evidence
- Protective services
- Child abuse prevention
- Crisis/hostage negotiations
Helpful Attributes
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Interest in law enforcement and crime prevention
- Willingness to perform potentially dangerous work
- Good judgment
- Negotiating skills
Related Civilian Careers
- Supervisors of Correctional Officers
- Supervisors of Police and Detectives
- Security Guards
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