Prison guards watch over and maintain order among inmates of prisons, reformatories or penitentiaries.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Prison guards - from $1,685 to $6,821 per month - 2024.
- A Prison guards typically earns between $1,685 and $4,684 gross per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between $1,799 and $5,456 per month for a working week of 40 hours.
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Tasks and duties
- Searching arriving prisoners, putting their valuables in safekeeping, escorting prisoners to cells and locking them in
- Making periodic inspection tours of cells and inspecting and maintaining the security of locks, windows, doors and gates
- Supervising prisoners at work and meals, and during recreation periods
- Observing the conduct and behavior of prisoners to prevent disturbances and escapes
- Patrolling prison areas to prevent escapes
- Assisting with the implementation of rehabilitation programs
- Escorting prisoners in transit and during temporary leave
