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Ideal candidates will have prior experience in law enforcement, corrections, or military service. While this background is preferred, it is not required....

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Correctional Officer

  • CoreCivic
  • Lake City, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lake City, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Must be certified in the discipline of Corrections through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and in good standing; or must meet the FDLE eligibility guidelines and become a Certified...

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IID Watch Center Sergeant (CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT) - #25-004082-0009

  • State of Maryland
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago

GRADE CORR 0005 LOCATION OF POSITION 8520 Corridor Road, Suite H, Savage, Main Purpose of Job The Correctional Officer Sergeant for the Department of Public Safety and CorrectionalServices (DPSCS),...

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Djs Community Detention Officer Supervisor - #25-002559-0001

  • State of Maryland
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago

Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Correctional Officer classifications or Correctional Officer specialty codes in the Miscellaneous Occupations field of work...

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Senior Detention Officer

  • CoreCivic
  • Milan, NM
  • 9 hours ago
  • Milan, NM
  • 9 hours ago

Occupation Information for Correctional Officers and Jailers Help for Occupation Information for Correctional Officers and Jailers. Opens a new window....

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Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

  • JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS
  • Sheridan, OR
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sheridan, OR
  • 9 hours ago

ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities....

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Corrections & Custody Officer 2 - Transport (WFSE TRANSFER)

  • State of Washington
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 9 hours ago

Duties This position contributes to the Department of Corrections (DOC) mission to improve public safety by securely, safely, and humanely transporting incarcerated and/or supervised male and female...

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Corrections Officer

  • State of Arkansas
  • Pine Bluff, AR
  • 9 hours ago
  • Pine Bluff, AR
  • 9 hours ago

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for...

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Correctional Officer Lieutenant - 70001587

  • State of Florida
  • Miami, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 9 hours ago

Duties include but are not limited to the following: Plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of all Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift....

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WFSE 4.7 Transfer Community Corrections Officer 2 (CCO2) REENTRY

  • State of Washington
  • Longview, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Longview, WA
  • 10 hours ago

Internal Transfer Opportunity Community Corrections Officer 2 - Reentry - Position #BC08 Reentry Division Longview, WA The Department of Corrections (DOC) has a permanent, full time COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS...

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COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 3 - East Vancouver Unit 366 (WFSE Internal Transfer Only)

  • State of Washington
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 10 hours ago

COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS OFFICER 3 - East Vancouver Unit 366 (WFSE Internal Transfer Only) This listing closes on 11/6/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana....

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Correctional Officer - Downeast Correctional Facility, Machiasport.

  • Maine State Government
  • Sebago, ME
  • 10 hours ago
  • Sebago, ME
  • 10 hours ago

Lateral credit considered for experienced Correctional Officers....

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Detention Officer

  • CoreCivic
  • Farmville, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Farmville, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment....

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Community Service Officer I/II (20678837)

  • City of San Mateo, CA
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Job Announcement URL: Ideal Candidate Who You Are You possess basic knowledge of the organization and functions of a municipal law enforcement agency You are able to interpret laws and the regulations...

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Correctional Officer (Senior Officer Specialist)

  • Department Of Justice
  • Three Rivers, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Three Rivers, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities....

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Correction Officer positions.



Highest Education Level

Correction Officers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
High School or GED
26.1%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
8.0%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%


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