Does The GEO Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, The GEO Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at The GEO Group. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at The GEO Group?

46% of The GEO Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated The GEO Group 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at The GEO Group?

Correctional Officer (118) , Case Manager (64) , Detention Officer (37) , Security Officer (16) , Officer (15) , Corrections Officer (14) , Substance Abuse Counselor (14) , Registered Nurse (12) , Director (8) , Program Manager (8) , Captain (7) , Business Manager (6) , Manager (6) , Monitor (6) , Human Resources Manager (5)

What are the pros of working at The GEO Group according to real employee reviews?

"Pay is good and acceptable" ((in 89 reviews)); "Good benefits and they try to keep moral high." ((in 44 reviews)); "Great people that work there and its nothing like what you read on the news." ((in 25 reviews)); "A good opportunity to obtain experience working with the offender population" ((in 11 reviews)); "Staff are friendly and helpful" ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at The GEO Group according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and lots and lots of nitpicking" ((in 61 reviews)); "No job security, massive layoffs and firings, chaotic management, conflicting expectations, favoritism, nepotism, retaliation, hazing by senior employees, no chance for any advancement, weak training, no benefits at all." ((in 23 reviews)); "bad supervisors above the officers" ((in 17 reviews)); "Fast paced, overwhelming at times, long hours." ((in 16 reviews)); "Each EE is affected by poor leadership and can be fired at any time." ((in 15 reviews))

What are employees saying about The GEO Group layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about The GEO Group layoffs and their outlook for job security at The GEO Group in 2026.

What are the top reviewed The GEO Group locations?

Boca Raton , Lawton , Folkston , Florence , San Antonio , Lovejoy , Houston , Newark , Conroe , Aurora , San Diego , Pearsall , New Castle , Big Spring , Adelanto , Hobbs , Karnes City , Plainfield , Tacoma , Graceville , McFarland , Aurora , Baldwin , Winton , Eagle Pass , Los Angeles , Denver , South Bay , Milledgeville , Trenton

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The GEO Group

The GEO Group reviews

2.9

46% would recommend to a friend

(866 total reviews)

George C. Zoley

46% approve of CEO

42% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.0

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Career opportunities

2.8

Work/Life balance

2.7

Culture & values

2.6

Senior management

The GEO Group has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 866 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The The GEO Group employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Management & Consulting industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

866 reviews

1.0

Sep 30, 2015

HR Manager

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Generally good environment and most staff were good people.

Cons

Very corrupt management going all the way through corporate. Violation of most regulations if it helps the bottom line.

2.0

Sep 22, 2015

Eh

Case manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good entry-level position, but don't stay too long or you'll be stuck in your position. 2 years at the most.

Cons

Management has a tough time understanding the needs of their employees. It seems once people get in management, they let it get to their heads

5.0

Sep 13, 2015

Challenging, yet Rewarding

Teacher

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent starting pay for teachers and appropriate training for the job

Cons

none to speak of at this time

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