Correction Officer Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Detention Officer (Part-Time)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day 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 (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day 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...

Demographic Data for West Des Moines, IA

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

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in West 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 West 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 West Des Moines, IA
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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