How To Hire Staff In Prison Architect

Managing your prison effectively in Prison Architect requires building a competent staff team. This guide walks you through the simple process of hiring different staff members, from janitors to foremen, and explains which roles require office space to function properly.

Accessing the Staff Menu

To begin hiring staff, look at the bottom left corner of your screen where you’ll find the staff icon. Click on this icon to open the staff hiring menu and see all available positions you can fill.

Hiring Janitors

Janitors are one of the most basic staff members you can hire. Once you’ve opened the staff menu, select the janitor option. After selecting it, click on any location within your prison where you’d like to place the janitor. This staff member will help maintain cleanliness throughout your facility and doesn’t require any special office space.

Understanding Office Requirements

Not all staff members are the same. Some positions, like the Foreman, require an office to function. If you try to place a Foreman anywhere in your prison without an office, the game will display a message stating “requires office.”

Building an Office

To provide an office for staff members who need one, construct an office room in your prison. You can use the quick build feature to speed up the process. Once you’ve placed the office room, make sure it has electricity connected to it.

Assigning Staff to Offices

After your office is built and powered, staff members who require office space (like the Foreman) will automatically occupy the available office. The staff member will now function properly within your prison.

Summary

Hiring staff in Prison Architect is straightforward: access the staff menu from the bottom left corner, select your desired staff member, and place them in your prison. Remember that certain positions like Foreman require an office with electricity. Build an office when needed, ensure it’s powered, and your staff will be ready to work. With these basics in mind, you’ll be able to assemble an effective team to run your prison smoothly.

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