C.O.P. — CORRECTIONAL OFFICER PROFESSIONALS

Every day, Correctional and Detention Officers walk into an environment where danger can come without warning. They are responsible for maintaining security, controlling inmate movement, preventing disturbances, stopping assaults and escapes, and protecting fellow officers, staff, inmates, and the public.

A JOB WHERE THE RISKS ARE REAL

Correctional and Detention Officers work face-to-face with individuals who may be violent, unpredictable, mentally unstable, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or facing serious criminal charges.

The danger can be unpredictable. Newly arrested individuals are constantly entering the facility, and officers may have limited information about a detainee’s identity, criminal history, medical condition, mental state, or potential for violence.

Officers can face:

  • Physical assaults and threats
  • Exposure to weapons, drugs, and dangerous contraband
  • Understaffing and mandatory overtime
  • Stress, fatigue, and unpredictable working conditions
  • Infectious diseases and other health hazards
  • Inmate disturbances, fights, and attempted escapes
  • Discipline and workplace investigations that can threaten an officer’s career
  • Constant responsibility for the safety and security of the entire facility

These officers don’t simply “watch inmates.” They maintain order inside some of the most challenging and dangerous workplaces in America.

YOU PROTECT THE FACILITY. WHO PROTECTS YOU?

That’s where the International Union, Security, Police and Fire Professionals of America (SPFPA) C.O.P. Division comes in.

The Correctional Officer Professionals (C.O.P.) Division is dedicated to giving Correctional and Detention Officers something every officer deserves:

A STRONG VOICE ON THE JOB.

Through collective bargaining, officers can stand together to negotiate over the wages, benefits, protections, and working conditions that affect them and their families.

THE POWER OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

With SPFPA representation, officers have the opportunity to negotiate for:

BETTER WAGES
Compensation that recognizes the responsibility, danger, training, and professionalism required to perform the job.

STRONGER BENEFITS
A voice concerning healthcare, paid time off, holidays, retirement benefits, and other important economic benefits.

SAFER WORKING CONDITIONS
The ability to address staffing, equipment, training, scheduling, overtime, and workplace safety at the bargaining table.

SENIORITY & SCHEDULING PROTECTIONS
Clear contractual rules can help protect officers when it comes to shifts, assignments, overtime, vacations, and other workplace opportunities.

A GRIEVANCE & ARBITRATION PROCESS
Instead of simply accepting management’s decision, a union contract can establish a formal process to challenge violations of the agreement.

A VOICE IN DISCIPLINE
Representation matters when an officer’s job, reputation, and livelihood may be on the line.

THE STRENGTH OF STANDING TOGETHER
One officer raising a concern can be ignored. A workforce united behind a legally recognized collective bargaining representative speaks with a much stronger voice.

YOUR JOB IS TO PROTECT OTHERS. OUR JOB IS TO FIGHT FOR YOU.

Correctional and Detention Officers accept extraordinary responsibilities every time they report for duty.

You deserve more than a thank-you.

You deserve a voice.

You deserve representation.

You deserve the opportunity to negotiate for better wages, benefits, safety protections, working conditions, and job security.

SPFPA C.O.P.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER PROFESSIONALS

You protect the institution.
You protect your fellow officers.
You protect the public.

Now put the power of SPFPA behind YOU.

ONE UNION • ONE PRIDE

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