Correction Officer Jobs in Texas

1-15 of 76 Jobs

Detention Officer - PRN

  • CoreCivic
  • Eden, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Eden, TX
  • 1 day 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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TJJD - Juvenile Correctional Officer II / III / IV - (GNS) - 51995

  • TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT
  • Gainesville, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, TX
  • 1 day ago

Personnel in this career ladder have the working title of Juvenile Correctional Officer (JCO)....

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Correctional Officer (Senior Officer Specialist)

  • Department Of Justice
  • Bryan, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Bryan, TX
  • 1 day 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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Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

  • Department Of Justice
  • Bryan, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Bryan, TX
  • 2 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....

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Corrections Officer

  • Comal County (TX)
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 2 days ago

must meet the minimum standards for enrollment and initial licensure with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement....

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Community Service Officer I, (A262345-1), 206, Property Code Enforcement

  • City of Laredo, TX
  • Laredo, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Laredo, TX
  • 2 days ago

Supports various operations within the Laredo Police Department in a non-sworn capacity, performing a wide range of enforcement and non-enforcement functions, as allowed by City ordinance. This...

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Detention Officer Transportation

  • Management & Training Corporation
  • Anson, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Anson, TX
  • 4 days ago

Prior corrections experience is preferred. Must successfully complete required pre-service training....

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Juvenile Supervision Officer (Detention)

  • Cameron County, TX
  • San Benito, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • San Benito, TX
  • 4 days ago

JUVENILE SUPERVISION OFFICER (DETENTION) SALARY: $ 43,336.00 per year REPORTS TO: All JSOs are under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisors, Operations Manager, and Facility...

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Detention Officer

  • CoreCivic of Tennessee LLC
  • Laredo, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Laredo, TX
  • 5 days ago

$19.92 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Webb County $17.07 - $20.14 Per hour Detention Officer CoreCivic of Tennessee LLC Occupation: Correctional Officers and Jailers Location...

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Detention Officer

  • The GEO Group
  • Karnes City, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Karnes City, TX
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services....

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0000008850.Juvenile Detention Officer II.Medlock

  • Dallas County
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 days ago

Functions as a journey level Juvenile Detention Officer, providing direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour detention facility. Education, Experience and Training: Graduation from an accredited...

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Corrections Officer - Jail (Application Pool)

  • Taylor County
  • Abilene, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 6 days ago

Corrections Officer - Jail (Application Pool) Taylor County is currently seeking qualified applicants for Corrections Officers at the Taylor County Jail. This is a pooling listing....

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Detention Officer

  • City Of San Antonio, TX
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago

Must be eligible for certification under TCLEOSE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education)....

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0000009609.Juvenile Detention Officer I.Medlock

  • Dallas County
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 days ago

....JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I.MEDLOCK Dallas County - 3.4 Dallas, TX Job Details Full-time 11 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Medication administration Intake Writing skills First...

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Correctional Officer, Correctional Systems Officer

  • JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 8 days ago

security procedures; and contact with a variety of law enforcement agencies....

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Texas

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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
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 in Texas
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%


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