Correction Officer Jobs in North Carolina

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Disciplinary Hearing Officer / Correctional Programs Director I

NC
4 days ago

NC
4 days ago

combination of education and experience Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees....

Correctional Officer (Correctional Counselor)

Butner, NC
5 days ago

Butner, NC
5 days ago

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities....

Detention Officer

Smithfield, NC
9 days ago

Smithfield, NC
9 days ago

The Detention Center of Johnston County in Smithfield, NC is currently accepting online applications for Detention Officers. The Detention Officer receives inmates and conducts searches for...

Detention Officer

Roxboro, NC
16 days ago

Roxboro, NC
16 days ago

COUNTY OF PERSON Detention Officer in ROXBORO , North Carolina Person County Government is recruiting for Detention Officers for the Sheriff's Department/Detention Center. The purpose of this...

Detention Officer

Carthage, NC
27 days ago

Carthage, NC
27 days ago

COUNTY OF MOORE Detention Officer in CARTHAGE , North Carolina VACANCY NUMBER 25-020 HIRING RANGE $50,123 - $60,926 OPENING DATE February 7, 2025 CLOSING DATE CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT (Although...

Detention Officer

Pittsboro, NC
28 days ago

Pittsboro, NC
28 days ago

If youre ready to take on a rewarding and dynamic role in public safety, we encourage you to apply today!...

Armed Detention Officer- Active & Retired Law Enforcement/Corrections

Charlotte, NC
30+ days ago

Charlotte, NC
30+ days ago

Armed Detention Officer- Active & Retired Law Enforcement/Corrections (Operations) Charlotte, NC, United States of America $26.00 - $32.51 Overview We service our clients best when we serve our employees...

Correctional Officer (Pamlico Correctional) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Bayboro, NC
30+ days ago

Bayboro, NC
30+ days ago

safety....

Detention Officer Basic

Greenville, NC
30+ days ago

Greenville, NC
30+ days ago

Under regular supervision, performs specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates in the County Detention Center....

Detention Officer

Asheville, NC
45+ days ago

Asheville, NC
45+ days ago

Detention OfficerDepartment: Hiring Range: $27.09 - $29.27Posted Internally and Externally An employee in this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties pertaining to the safety...

Detention Officer I

Asheboro, NC
60+ days ago

Asheboro, NC
60+ days ago

A Randolph County application is required and must be received by email to ... or DO NOT APPLY ON THIS WEBSITE. A Randolph County application is required and must be received by email to ... or

DETENTION OFFICER - CADET (Multiple) 1

Durham, NC
60+ days ago

Durham, NC
60+ days ago

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at...

DETENTION OFFICER - CERTIFIED Multiple 1

Durham, NC
60+ days ago

Durham, NC
60+ days ago

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at...

Correctional Officer (NC) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

NC
60+ days ago

NC
60+ days ago

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career path in public safety....

Detention Officer Pool 2025

Winston Salem, NC
60+ days ago

Winston Salem, NC
60+ days ago

Performs specialized inmate detention and care work in the Law Enforcement Detention Center. Incumbents of this classification are not entitled to special law enforcement benefits....

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Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in North Carolina

Local

National

Total Population

10,439,413

Number of Businesses

246,359

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in North Carolina

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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina

None

78.7%

1-2 years

14.6%

Less than 1 year

6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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