evidence: Many factors have led to the current retention crisis, and it will take more than bonus pay to reverse the trend. To do their job well and safely, COs need safer working conditions. More and better training on de-escalation, improved mail scanning and contraband detection, increasing video surveillance and inmate tracking, and adding more COs can improve CO retention in 2023. [...] The recruitment challenge is forcing jail and prison hiring managers to try innovative approaches. Splashy social media campaigns and engaging recruitment videos are becoming the norm for the profession. Make sure to check out the top correctional officer recruitment videos of 2022 and vote for your favorite.