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Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
- Annual Median Wage$ 39,093$33,114
$62,067
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Very Slow Growing
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Correctional Officers and Jailers guard people in penal institutions and guard those in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point.
What do they typically do
- Enforce rules and keep order within jails or prisons
- Supervise activities of people in custody
- Inspect facilities to ensure that they meet security and safety standards
- Conduct searches in the facility, such as of persons and property, for rule violations
- Report on the conduct of people in custody
- Escort and transport people in custody between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +0.3%Job Opening 304Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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