Correction Officer Jobs in Texas

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Correctional Officer (Senior Officer Specialist)

  • Bryan, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bryan, TX
  • 13 hours ago

ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities....

Community Service Officer

  • Carrollton, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX
  • 20 hours ago

JOB TITLE: Community Service Officer DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Police REPORTS TO: Police Sergeant SUMMARY: Responsible for coordinating fleet and equipment maintenance and inventory for the police...

Detention Officer

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment....

Detention Officer

  • Eden, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Eden, TX
  • 4 days ago

Previous experience in law enforcement, security, or a related field preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills....

Corrections Officer

  • Farwell, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Farwell, TX
  • 4 days ago

Between $40k and $47k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Panhandle $37k - $44k Per Year Corrections Officer Parmer County Sheriff Occupation: Correctional Officers and Jailers Location...

Correctional Officer Positions

  • Gatesville, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Gatesville, TX
  • 4 days ago

Salary Confidential Position range in Coryell County $38k - $43k Per Year Correctional Officer Positions Texas Department of Criminal Justice Occupation: Correctional Officers and Jailers Location:...

Detention Officer/Trainee

  • Baytown, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 5 days ago

Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish Six months public safety experience or training Ability to operate and use computers....

Detention Officer (Security)

  • Eagle Pass, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Eagle Pass, TX
  • 5 days ago

Overview If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity or to advance your career in criminal justice, corrections, or security, look no further because The GEO Group is hiring motivated individuals...

Police Service Officer I - Telecommunicator/Detention Officer

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago

Guard the prisoner population; assume responsibility for all needs of prisoners during detention; lock prisoners in cell after searching for weapons, valuables, or drugs....

Detention Officer (Security)

  • TX
  • 5 days ago
  • TX
  • 5 days ago

Overview If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity or to advance your career in criminal justice, corrections, or security, look no further because The GEO Group is hiring motivated individuals...

Juvenile Detention Officer I, II or III

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

enforcement, corrections or related field; OR, Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills...

Unarmed Detention Officer ($30.00/hour plus $5.09 H&W rate)

  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 6 days ago

Strictly maintain physical fitness standards for law enforcement related position throughout your employment under this contract....

TJJD - Juvenile Correctional Officer III / IV / V - (GNS) -50397

  • Gainesville, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Gainesville, TX
  • 6 days ago

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

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

  • Seagoville, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Seagoville, TX
  • 6 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....

Correctional Officer - Direct Hire

  • Houston, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 8 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....

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
29.8%
High School or GED
26.4%
Associate's Degree
17.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
Master's Degree
8.0%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
1.1%

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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