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 90 reviews)); "Good benefits and they try to keep moral high." ((in 47 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 10 reviews)); "Some staff are alright" ((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 58 reviews)); "Favoritism is horrible at this facility." ((in 25 reviews)); "Long hours and overtime hours" ((in 18 reviews)); "bad supervisors above the officers" ((in 17 reviews)); "Each EE is affected by poor leadership and can be fired at any time." ((in 14 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 reviews

2.9

46% would recommend to a friend

(866 total reviews)

George C. Zoley

46% approve of CEO

42% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (866 reviews)

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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).

Reviews by job title

866 reviews

2.0

Jun 13, 2014

Under paid over worked.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good employees, but company only cares about operating margin.

Cons

company values, work environment, and salaries.

3.0

Jun 2, 2014

Long hours and great pay.

Correctional officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits and pay. Easy job. Not like any prison movie you've seen, it's very different. Great if you love working outdoors.

Cons

Long hours. 12-16 hour shifts. Located in Big Spring, TX. Some staff highly rude.

3.0

Apr 28, 2014

Great work Experience

Security clerk

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

excellent way to move up in a company and the ability to transfer to other GEO facilities

Cons

No sick leave and no raises

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