Correction Officer Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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Correctional Officer - Up to $47,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 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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Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1) - West Seattle

  • State of Washington
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

PSERS: Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS)....

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Community Corrections Officer 3 - INTERNAL - Kent

  • State of Washington
  • Kent, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kent, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

And three years of professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social service, or law enforcement or closely related field which includes at least three of...

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Community Corrections Officer 2 (Or CCO1 In-Training) - Port Orchard

  • State of Washington
  • Port Orchard, WA (13 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (13 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 6 days ago

PSERS: Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS)....

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P/T DETENTION OFFICER (As Needed)

  • GEO Corrections & Detentions LLC
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Work experience in a correctional setting preferred. May be required to possess valid state driver's license....

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Community Corrections Officer 3 - Special Needs Unit - Seattle

  • State of Washington
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 12 days ago

And three years of professional work experience in adult or juvenile corrections, counseling, social work, social service, or law enforcement or closely related field which includes at least three of...

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Corrections & Custody Officer 2 - INTERNAL Work Crew - Seattle

  • State of Washington
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 12 days ago

The Mission of Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is to improve public safety by positively changing lives....

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Community Engagement Officer (Community Service Officer)

  • City of Des Moines Washington
  • Des Moines, WA (19 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (19 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 12 days ago

\n Experience in community relations, crime prevention, or public outreach. \n Training in cultural competency, crisis intervention, and de-escalation. \n Bilingual or multilingual skills....

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Community Corrections Officer 3 (CCO3) Reentry Tacoma

  • State of Washington
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 16 days ago

The Community Corrections Officer 3, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, contributes to the agency's mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives by supporting...

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Juvenile Detention Officer 2 - Swing Shift

  • Pierce County, WA
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Yes No 34 If you have no prior employment, please explain. 35 Have you ever applied for employment with this agency or any other law enforcement or corrections agency?...

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Juvenile Detention Officer 1 - Swing Shift

  • Pierce County, WA
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 17 days ago

If no to previous question, type "N/A". 54 Have you ever applied for employment with this agency or any other law enforcement or corrections agency?...

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Juvenile Detention Officer - Temporary

  • Pierce County, WA
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 17 days ago

If no to previous question, type "N/A". 54 Have you ever applied for employment with this agency or any other law enforcement or corrections agency?...

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Corrections Officer 2 (Lateral- Experienced) - $15,000 Signing Incentive

  • Kitsap County, WA
  • Port Orchard, WA (13 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (13 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Receive training in the safety and use of firearms and other weapons. Discharge firearms and other weapons accurately. Testify in court or at hearings....

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Corrections Officer Entry Level

  • Kitsap County, WA
  • Port Orchard, WA (13 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (13 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Application Process Applying for the entry level KCSO law enforcement position starts with a valid Public Safety Testing (PST) Law Enforcement Exam (www.publicsafetytesting.com)....

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Detention Officer

  • GEO Corrections & Detentions LLC
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Work experience in a correctional setting preferred....

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Demographic Data for Gig Harbor, WA

Moving to Gig Harbor, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Gig Harbor, WA below.


Local
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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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 Gig Harbor, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
High School or GED
26.0%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
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 Gig Harbor, WA
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%


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