Correction Officer Jobs in Jonesboro, GA

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Lovejoy, GA (5 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
3 days ago

Lovejoy, GA (5 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
3 days ago

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

Juvenile Correctional Officer - DeKalb RYDC - Decatur, GA (FSC)

Decatur, GA (17 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
18 days ago

Decatur, GA (17 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
18 days ago

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES : Enforcing relevant rules, regulations, policies and state laws necessary for the control and management of juveniles and the maintenance of public safety....

Correctional Officer - Bainbridge Probation/Substance Abuse Treatment Center

Decatur, GA (17 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
23 days ago

Decatur, GA (17 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
23 days ago

It is the largest law enforcement agency in the state with approximately 9,000 employees. For more information on the GDC, please visit....

Corrections Officer I - Corrections Prison

Jonesboro, GA
28 days ago

Jonesboro, GA
28 days ago

CORRECTIONS OFFICER I CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Corrections Officer I PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION Prepares for and attends Basic Corrections Officer Training....

Sheriff Correctional Officer

Jonesboro, GA
28 days ago

Jonesboro, GA
28 days ago

SHERIFF CORRECTIONAL OFFICER CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SHERIFF CORRECTIONAL OFFICER PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION The purpose of this classification is to provide security and supervision of inmates in the...

Corrections Officer II - Corrections Prison

Jonesboro, GA
28 days ago

Jonesboro, GA
28 days ago

Must possess and maintain valid Basic Correctional Officer, Peace Officer, Firearms, First Aid, and CPR certifications....

Detention Deputy

Conyers, GA (22 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
30+ days ago

Conyers, GA (22 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
30+ days ago

Guidelines: Guidelines include applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and standard operating procedures related to public safety communications and law enforcement standards....

CSM Correctional Officer - Special Management Unit

Jackson, GA (24 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
45+ days ago

Jackson, GA (24 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
45+ days ago

It is the largest law enforcement agency in the state with approximately 9,000 employees. For more information on the GDC, please visit....

CSM Correctional Officer - Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison

Jackson, GA (24 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
45+ days ago

Jackson, GA (24 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
45+ days ago

It is the largest law enforcement agency in the state with approximately 9,000 employees. For more information on the GDC, please visit....

Detention Officer

Hampton, GA (7 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
60+ days ago

Hampton, GA (7 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
60+ days ago

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

Detention Officer

Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
90+ days ago

Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
90+ days ago

The provisions of this paragraph establish only the minimum requirements of academy entrance examinations for peace officer candidates in this state; each law enforcement unit is encouraged to provide...

P/T Detention Officer

Hampton, GA (7 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
90+ days ago

Hampton, GA (7 miles from Jonesboro, GA)
90+ days ago

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

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Demographic Data for Jonesboro, GA

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Jonesboro, GA

Local

National

Total Population

92,063

Number of Businesses

1,076

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, 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 Jonesboro, GA

None

78.7%

1-2 years

14.6%

Less than 1 year

6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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