Stress and Job Satisfaction in an Urban Sheriff's Department: Contributions of Work and Family History, Community-Oriented Policing and Job Assignment

摘要

This study explored differences in job-related stress and job satisfaction among corrections officers, patrol officers and detectives and the relationship between stress and job satisfaction in an urban sheriff's department. The analysis of stress and job satisfaction takes into account work history (years with the department, rank and assignment), family history and relationship variables, and demographic characteristics of the respondents (gender, age, education). The study also examined the role community-oriented policing (COP) plays in stress and job satisfaction. Finally, use of support and assistance programs is described.