Correction Officer Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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New Jersey State Correctional Officer

  • Flemington, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Join the ranks of the largest law enforcement agency in New Jersey, working to improve safety in our communities.Duties: To provide public safety and security through the custody and management of those...

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Plainfield, NJ

Moving to Plainfield, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Plainfield, NJ below.

Local
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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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 Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.7%
High School or GED
26.6%
Associate's Degree
17.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
Master's Degree
7.9%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
1.1%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Plainfield, NJ
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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