Despite so much negativity about the job, many still stay on many years. Dun be surprised officers served for 40 years!!!
Below are some reasons. Some may agree or disagree.
1) All 3 companies take care of officers rice bowl. No hire & fire policy.
2) Though pay not high but definity not low. Can afford an average or above average standard of living.
3) Though working hours are long but little stress.
4) Despite many outsiders look down on the job, officers know they have a true meaning to serve. In the event of contigency, APOs are the first line of defence. Bank robberies & covid have proven that. So far there is no cowardice reported from APOs