Usually employed at jails and prisons, correctional officers (COs) oversee the transport and activity of arrested and/or incarcerated people. COs enforce rules, perform safety inspections, and follow designated procedures. Bailiffs, sometimes called marshals or court officers, work in courthouses to enforce order and deliver important documents. This career guide contains additional information on how to become a bailiff.
Median Annual Salary: $44,400
Projected Growth Rate (2018-28): -7%