Correction Officer Jobs in Nevada, TX

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Lead Detention Officer

  • City of Garland
  • Garland, TX (15 miles from Nevada, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garland, TX (15 miles from Nevada, TX)
  • 3 days ago

: 1-3 years experience as a detention officer or jailer in a government jail Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of constitutional rights of prisoners Comprehensive knowledge of law...

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Detention Officer

  • City of Plano, TX
  • Plano, TX (19 miles from Nevada, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Plano, TX (19 miles from Nevada, TX)
  • 15 days ago

As a Detention Officer, you'll be at the forefront of law enforcement, trusted with the vital task of overseeing the welfare, confinement, and management of individuals within our facility....

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Detention Officer

  • City of Forney
  • Forney, TX (21 miles from Nevada, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Forney, TX (21 miles from Nevada, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

High School Diploma or GED equivalent One (1) year of experience in law enforcement, jail operations, or equivalent is preferred....

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Demographic Data for Nevada, TX

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


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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Nevada, 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 Nevada, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
High School or GED
25.9%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.1%
Master's Degree
8.1%
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 in Nevada, TX
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%


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