By Corrections1 Staff
The ongoing corrections recruitment crisis has pushed agencies to think outside the box, using creative and compelling videos to connect with potential candidates. In 2024, correctional agencies across the country embraced storytelling to highlight the opportunities, challenges, and rewards of a career in corrections. From career development pathways to the meaningful impact officers make each day, these videos aim to inspire and attract both new recruits and experienced professionals seeking their next chapter.
We asked Corrections1 readers which video should take the top spot. We don’t want to spoil your fun, so watch the videos below and the winner will be revealed at the end of the roundup.
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office: A building block to a law enforcement career
This recruitment video from the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office highlights career development, showcasing how a role as a corrections officer can serve as a pathway to a broader law enforcement career.
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation: Make a real difference
This impactful video from CDCR highlights the meaningful difference correctional officers make every day, delivering an inspiring call to serve.
Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office: Take your career higher
This video from the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office highlights a career in corrections that offers purpose, stability, and opportunity, showcasing diverse roles, valuable benefits, and a strong focus on teamwork and community service.
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: Advance and promote throughout your career
Get a glimpse into the daily life of a corrections officer in this video from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, showcasing diverse assignments, valuable benefits, and a strong sense of camaraderie.
New York City Department of Correction: ‘Changed my whole outlook on life’
The transformative power of a career in corrections takes center stage in this emotional video, which highlights the voices of new correctional officers and the deeper meaning behind their training and service.
And the winner of the best corrections recruitment video of the year, as chosen by Corrections1 readers, is the New York City Department of Correction. Congratulations to all of the agencies listed above. We hope these videos result in hundreds of new recruits committed to serving your agencies in 2025!
