Correctional Officer jobs in Denton, TX
Correctional Officer enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Correctional Officer
- Southwestern Correctional LLC
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Weatherford, TX
FULL_TIME
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Supervises inmates in living areas and recreational activities. Supervises inmates and visitors in visitation areas.
Serves as control center officer, coordinates and monitors inmate movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency response.
Serves as mailroom, field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and/or gate officer as required.
Provides security in treatment activities and supervises labor crews in the kitchen and other specialized areas.
Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates in the event of injury, illness, and emotional trauma.
Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
Initiates disciplinary reports.
Conduct shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team.
Promotes facility cleanliness and reports need for maintenance and/or repairs.
Serves as a member of special teams to respond.
Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
- Bridgeport Correctional Center
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Bridgeport, TX
FULL_TIME
- Pay: $18.00Facility name: Bridgeport Correctional CenterWork schedule: Full time; 12-hour shift (Day and Night)Benefit package includes:Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefitsLife insu...
- 1 Month Ago
Correctional Officer
- Cooke County Texas
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Gainesville, TX
FULL_TIME
- Duties include but are not limited to the following: Assisting in maintaining the security of the correctional complex facility. Conducting daily physical inspections of the facilities and the searchi...
- 20 Days Ago
Correctional officer
- Management & Training Corporation
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Bridgeport, TX
FULL_TIME
- Pay : $18.00 Schedule : Full time; 12-hour shift (Day and Night) Benefit package includes : Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Accidental death and dismembe...
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Correctional Officer
- Lindsey State Jail
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Springtown, TX
FULL_TIME
- Work with a purpose! Begin a career in criminal justice and utilize your skills and abilities to change lives. Management & Training Corporation is now hiring career-minded individuals to assist with ...
- 25 Days Ago
Correctional Officer
- Lindsey State Jail
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Mineral, TX
FULL_TIME
- Work with a purpose! Begin a career in criminal justice and utilize your skills and abilities to change lives. Management & Training Corporation is now hiring career-minded individuals to assist with ...
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Bilingual Receptionist
- New Horizons Tax Services, LLC
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Dallas, TX
- Job Description Job Description You will be responsible for daily operations such as answering and transferring phone ca...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Investigator
- Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors
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Dallas, TX
- Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors seeks candidates for it's in-house Investigative Unit. The Unit provides the firm with co...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Patrol Officer
- Town of Northlake, TX
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Argyle, TX
- Salary: $70,000.00 - $85,329.61 Annually Location : Northlake Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 20240101 Department: Polic...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Criminal Investigator
- Office of Inspector General
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Fort Worth, TX
- Summary This position is located at Department of Housing and Urban Development OIG -Office of Investigation. As a Crimi...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Courtesy Patrol
- Willow Bridge Property Company
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Grand Prairie, TX
- Overview: If you love making people feel at home, youll love working at Willow Bridge Property Company. Whether youre ju...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
TJJD - Senior Juvenile Correctional Officer V - (GNS) - 41662
- CAPPS
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Gainesville, TX
- Job Description HOW TO APPLY Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (av...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Investigator
- Brewer Attorneys & Counselors
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Dallas, TX
- Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors seeks candidates for it's in-house Investigative Unit. The Unit provides the firm with co...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
SECURITY PATROL OFFICER
- First In Security LLC
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Dallas, TX
- Job Description Job Description POSITION - EVENT SECURITY SECURITY COMPANY NAME - First In Security LLC COMPANY HEADQUAR...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Denton, Texas
Denton is a city in and the county seat of Denton County, Texas, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, its population was 113,383, making it the 27th-most populous city in Texas, the 200th-most populous city in the United States, and the 12th-most populous city in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
A Texas land grant led to the formation of Denton County in 1846, and the city was incorporated in 1866. Both were named after pioneer and Texas militia captain John B. Denton. The arrival of a railroad line in the city in 1881 spurred population, and the establishment of the University ...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$43,548 to $54,277
Denton, Texas area prices
were up 2.2% from a year ago
were up 2.2% from a year ago
What does a Correctional Officer do?
Correctional Officer in Buffalo, NY
Depending upon the employer, the salary of a corrections officer may escalate quickly after reaching certain milestones.
November 01, 2019
Correctional Officer in Wilmington, NC
They must be aware of their surroundings at all times and these officers are required to report any inmate violations in jail or prison rules and regulations.
October 24, 2019
Correctional Officer in Gastonia, NC
From working for local prisons which may require only a high school diploma to working for federal prisons that may require a 4-year college degree, it takes serious time commitment to become a correctional officer.
October 13, 2019