Correction Officer Jobs in Houston, TX

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Missouri City, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
22 days ago

Missouri City, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
22 days ago

Must hold or be eligible to hold a Texas Basic Jailer Proficiency Certificate as defined by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) within one (1) year of employment....

Correctional Officer - Direct Hire

Houston, TX
60+ days ago

Houston, TX
60+ days ago

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

Detention Officer

League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
90+ days ago

League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
90+ days ago

The Detention Officer maintains care, custody and control of all inmates. Enters data related to each Inmate booked into the LCPD Jail. This is a safety sensitive and/or DOT position. As such, you...

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Demographic Data for Houston, TX

Moving to Houston, TX? Find some basic demographic data about Houston, TX below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Houston, TX

Local

National

Total Population

3,198,284

Number of Businesses

80,547

City Size

Large

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Houston, TX

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 Houston, TX offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

29.7%

High School or GED

26.3%

Associate's Degree

18.0%

Vocational Degree or Certification

12.9%

Master's Degree

8.0%

Some College

2.9%

Some High School

1.0%

Doctorate Degree

1.0%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Houston, TX

None

78.7%

1-2 years

14.6%

Less than 1 year

6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Correction Officer position

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