Correction Officer Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Des Moines, IA
22 hours ago

Des Moines, IA
22 hours ago

Under general supervision ensures the protection, welfare, safety, custody and control of inmates incarcerated in the Polk County Jail. Maintains control and internal security of the Polk County...

Detention Officer (Eligibility List)

Des Moines, IA
22 hours ago

Des Moines, IA
22 hours ago

Under general supervision ensures the protection, welfare, safety, custody and control of inmates incarcerated in the Polk County Jail. Maintains control and internal security of the Polk County...

Correctional Officer

Mitchellville, IA (14 miles from Des Moines, IA)
7 days ago

Mitchellville, IA (14 miles from Des Moines, IA)
7 days ago

Correctional Officer Salary $49,920.00 - $69,326.40 Annually Location Mitchellville - 50169 - Polk County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 26-00799 Agency 249 Corrections - Iowa Correctional Institution...

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Demographic Data for Des Moines, IA

Moving to Des Moines, IA? Find some basic demographic data about Des Moines, IA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Des Moines, IA

Local

National

Total Population

221,891

Number of Businesses

5,491

City Size

Large

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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 in Des Moines, IA offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

29.7%

High School or GED

26.2%

Associate's Degree

18.1%

Vocational Degree or Certification

12.9%

Master's Degree

8.0%

Some College

2.9%

Doctorate Degree

1.0%

Some High School

1.0%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Des Moines, IA

None

78.7%

1-2 years

14.6%

Less than 1 year

6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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