Correction Officer Jobs in Thornton, WV

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Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

  • Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
  • Morgantown, WV (23 miles from Thornton, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV (23 miles from Thornton, WV)
  • 2 days ago

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

  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Independence, WV (9 miles from Thornton, WV)
  • 12 days ago
  • Independence, WV (9 miles from Thornton, WV)
  • 12 days ago

Duties Provides supervision, care and correctional treatment of inmates and guidance to lower-graded Correctional Officers....

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Demographic Data for Thornton, WV

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Thornton, WV

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 Thornton, WV 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
13.0%
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 Thornton, WV
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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