Friday I take my Civil Service Exam and if i pass they will start conducting interviews and such. On a paper i was given it states that for the first 2 weeks minimum i will be paired with a senior officer. They certify/train you there. Since I'm brand new to this job would I be given self defense training or weapons of any sort (pepper spray, handcuffs, etc)? How big of a jail would it be? Anyone ever been a CO before? Tell me your experience. The county population is about 322,077. Thanks, I appreciate all answers.