Is Corrections Work Prestigious?

Alexander L. Burton; Kerrie Ann Hull; Cheryl Lero Jonson

Is Corrections Work Prestigious?

Alexander L. Burton
, Kerrie Ann Hull
, Cheryl Lero Jonson

University of Texas at Dallas
Xavier University

Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article

Abstract

Despite the bravery and challenges inherent in corrections work, correctional officers and jailers’ prestige is rated significantly lower by the public than similar public safety positions.

Original language	American English
Specialist publication	Corrections1
State	Published - 28 May 2024
Externally published	Yes

Access to Document

https://www.corrections1.com/jail-management/is-corrections-work-prestigious

Cite this

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