Foremen, Enforcers, and Rehabilitaters
There are no prisons in Sikel City . Or so the mantra goes. People convicted of crimes are instead sentenced to work in the Sikel City Mines. The severity of the crime will determine the months or years sentenced, though that time can be reduced based on attendance and participation in rehabilitation classes. Free housing is provided in the barracks near the mines, as well as a small stipend for their work. Though newly-arrived criminals must stay in the barracks when not working, participation in Rehabilitation classes may allow for day-passes into Sikel City.
Many citizens of Sikel City applaud the focus on rehabilitation and re-integration of criminals into society. Others harken it to a loophole in the law against slavery. Though the criminals are paid for their work, the stipend barely covers their food. Even still, there are those who believe Sikel City does not do enough to punish criminals for their crimes.
It’s difficult work, but somebody has to do it
Prisons are run by Foremen, Enforcers, and Rehabiltaters. The pay is low, the glory is non-existent, and citizens often look down on their career choice. But it is one of the few jobs in Sikel City that doesn’t require extensive familial connections or knowledge of Vodu practice. The only requirement is to have a faultless criminal record. Even a false arrest could disbar you from these jobs.Foremen
Foremen are in charge of running the mines. It is up to them to ensure that Branstone collection goes smoothly and that convicts are being productive. Their pay is based on the amount of Branstone found; as a result, they are unrelenting when managing their assigned workers. They often ignore mandatory breaks and will force convicts to continue mining even in unsafe working conditions. When the time to clock out finally does arrive, Foremen are especially eagle-eyed to ensure that no worker has slipped Branstone into their pocket or in their boot.Foremen, Enforcers, and Rehabilitaters are provided with Branstones that allow them the sight of loa. With this, they are able to determine if any of the criminals are smuggling Branstones from the worksites. Being caught with Branstones outside of mines result in time added to their sentence, as well as erasure of any acquired points they received from their rehabilitation classes. However, many convicts still try, especially when they need to make fast money.
Enforcers
Enforcers guard the barracks where the convicts must stay while completing their sentence. They not only ensure that all stays peaceful where they patrol, but are also in charge of checking people in and out — whether it be convicts with day passes or visitors from outside. It’s not a good idea to get on the bad side of an Enforcer. Even with a day pass, they can deny a convict their rights if they deem him or her “unfit”. Enforcers will also track convicts who don’t return from their day trips or try to skip town with Branstones. Many are known to use excessive force when returning wayward convicts.Rehabilitaters
Perhaps the most respected of the three positions — though the average citizen would still consider this to be a dead-end career —Rehabilitaters are in charge of teaching optional classes at the barracks. Although attendance isn’t mandatory, nearly all convicts participate for the chance to reduce their sentence or earn day passes. Rehabilitaters teach classes surrounding emotional health and will often assign outside activities that can range from personal journalling to making amends with a person harmed. Though some Rehabilitaters look the other way regarding the smuggling of Branstones, others will direct even harsher punishments than Enforcers or Foremen.Career
Qualifications
Clean Criminal Record
Career Progression
None
Payment & Reimbursement
Low pay, although foremen can earn more based on Branstone collected
Type
Social Services
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