Correction Officer Jobs in Columbus, GA

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Corrections Sergeant C4

  • Columbus, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 25 days ago

Must have a minimum of two years experience as a sworn correctional officer at Muscogee County Prison or a similar corrections or law enforcement agency or the United States military agency....

Reserve Correctional Officer - MCP - Part Time

  • Columbus, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge of Georgia Department of Corrections rules and policies. Knowledge of modern correctional practices and procedures....

Correctional Officer

  • Columbus, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 60+ days ago

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing arrests, search and seizure, affidavits and warrants, and all aspects of law enforcement....

Demographic Data for Columbus, GA

Moving to Columbus, GA? Find some basic demographic data about Columbus, GA below.

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252,498

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Columbus, GA

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 Columbus, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.6%
High School or GED
26.7%
Associate's Degree
17.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
7.8%
Some College
3.0%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Columbus, GA
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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