Correction Officer Jobs in West Virginia

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Welch, WV
4 days ago

Welch, WV
4 days ago

Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions....

Correctional Officer

Welch, WV
5 days ago

Welch, WV
5 days ago

Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions....

Correctional Officer (Correctional Counselor)

Beaver, WV
11 days ago

Beaver, WV
11 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....

Correctional Officer 1

Charleston, WV
29 days ago

Charleston, WV
29 days ago

and the maintenance of public safety....

Correctional Officer 3

Charleston, WV
29 days ago

Charleston, WV
29 days ago

Handle s and operate security/communications equipment and/or firearms as directed in a manner that is consistent with policy, procedure and state law and ensures public safety....

Correctional Officer 4

Charleston, WV
30+ days ago

Charleston, WV
30+ days ago

Maintains public safety and control of offenders by efficiently supervising the enforcement of rules, regulations and state law....

Correctional Officer 2

Charleston, WV
30+ days ago

Charleston, WV
30+ days ago

level Correctional Officer work in enforcing rules, regulations and state law necessary for control and management of offenders and the maintenance of public safety....

Correctional Officer 3

Charleston, WV
60+ days ago

Charleston, WV
60+ days ago

Handles and operate security/communications equipment and/or firearms as directed in a manner that is consistent with policy, procedure and state law and ensures public safety....

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Demographic Data for West Virginia

Moving to West Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about West Virginia below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in West Virginia

Local

National

Total Population

1,793,392

Number of Businesses

34,659

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia

None

78.7%

1-2 years

14.6%

Less than 1 year

6.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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