Correction Officer Jobs in Georgia

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CSM Correctional Officer 1

Valdosta, GA
15 hours ago

Valdosta, GA
15 hours ago

Report a fellow law enforcement officer who is breaking rules and regulations?...

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

Jesup, GA
16 hours ago

Jesup, GA
16 hours ago

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

Detention Officer-12 HR

Folkston, GA
19 hours ago

Folkston, GA
19 hours ago

Working experience in a correctional setting is preferred. Additional requirements include: High school diploma or equivalent certification....

Detention Officer

Hampton, GA
19 hours ago

Hampton, GA
19 hours ago

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

P/T Detention Officer

Hampton, GA
19 hours ago

Hampton, GA
19 hours ago

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

Corrections Officer I

Augusta, GA
20 hours ago

Augusta, GA
20 hours ago

Certification: Possess or have the ability to possess Peace Officer Standards and Training, Basic Correctional Officer Training, CPR and First Aid certifications within the time frame required by this...

Detention Officer

Newnan, GA
2 days ago

Newnan, GA
2 days ago

Filled Grade 12; Minimum Wage $23.97 per hour Dept/Div: Sheriff’s Office/N/A --- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt General Definition of Work Performs protective service work processing inmates, maintaining correctional...

Csm Correctional Officer - Macon State Prison

Macon, GA
4 days ago

Macon, GA
4 days ago

CSM Correctional Officer - Macon State Prison Georgia - Macon - Oglethorpe NEW Law Enforcement Corrections, Georgia Department of - GDC 4 days ago Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts...

Csm Correctional Officer 1 - Pulaski State Prison

Pulaski, GA
4 days ago

Pulaski, GA
4 days ago

CSM Correctional Officer 1 - Pulaski State Prison Georgia - Pulaski - Hawkinsville NEW Law Enforcement Corrections, Georgia Department of - GDC 4 days ago Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job...

Csm Correctional Officer 1 - Arrendale State Prison

GA
4 days ago

GA
4 days ago

CSM Correctional Officer 1 - Arrendale State Prison Georgia - Habersham - Alto NEW Law Enforcement Corrections, Georgia Department of - GDC 4 days ago Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts...

Correctional Officer - Emanuel Womens Facility

GA
4 days ago

GA
4 days ago

Correctional Officer - Emanuel Women's Facility Georgia - Emanuel - Swainsboro NEW 1 additional location Law Enforcement Corrections, Georgia Department of - GDC 4 days ago Apply for Job Share this...

Corrections Officer

Atlanta, GA
6 days ago

Atlanta, GA
6 days ago

Position open until 4/7/2025 Salary: $49,900 annually General Description and Classification Standards Supervises inmates in penal facilities in a specific area of assignment within the corrections/...

Detention Officer I

Brunswick, GA
8 days ago

Brunswick, GA
8 days ago

Communicate with supervisor, employees, other departments, inmates, law enforcement personnel, court personnel, attorneys, bonding companies, medical providers, visitors, the public, outside agencies...

Correctional Officer - Central State Prison

GA
8 days ago

GA
8 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....

Correctional Officer - Calhoun State Prison

Morgan, GA
8 days ago

Morgan, GA
8 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....

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Total Population

10,712,033

Number of Businesses

252,498

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Georgia

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 Georgia offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

29.6%

High School or GED

26.6%

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 Georgia

None

78.7%

1-2 years

14.6%

Less than 1 year

6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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