What Makes a Correctional Facility Attractive to Candidates?
In the evolving landscape of workforce dynamics, the challenge for correctional facilities is no longer just to fill roles—it’s to attract the right people and keep them. In 2025, Gen Z and Millennials make up the lion’s share of job seekers, and their priorities are dramatically different from previous generations. They’re not just applying for […]
Mental Health in Corrections: How to Stay Resilient in a High-Stress Environment
Working in corrections is not for the faint of heart. It demands emotional strength, fast decision-making, and unwavering professionalism. But beneath the uniform, correctional officers are human—and the weight they carry often goes unseen. The Hidden Toll of the Job Unlike many other professions, corrections officers operate in environments marked by tension, unpredictability, and at […]
After Peace Officers Memorial Week: Continuing the Work of Recognition and Support
Peace Officers Memorial Week has come and gone, but the values it honors remain with us every day. Across the country, peace officers continue to step into roles that require strength, discernment, and emotional intelligence—often in circumstances that few outsiders truly understand. At Whalls Group, we believe that honoring those who serve should extend beyond […]
Red Flags Recruiters Watch For—And How to Avoid Them
From the hiring team at Whalls Group We review hundreds of applications every month for correctional and detention facility roles—and most candidates don’t realize how small mistakes can raise big concerns. At Whalls Group, we’re not looking for perfection. But we are looking for people who are reliable, honest, and ready to work in a […]
The Top 5 Reasons Applicants Drop Off—And How to Fix Them
How Small Frictions in the Hiring Process Lead to Big Losses—and What Correctional Agencies Can Do About It In a labor market this competitive, getting attention from qualified candidates is only half the battle. The other half? Keeping that attention long enough to convert it into action—especially when recruiting for high-stress, high-commitment roles in corrections. […]