Correctional Officer Salaries in Texas

Conducts self in a professional manner with colleagues in the criminal justice system with offenders, with victims, and with the public.

$19.08 an hour

Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and any required licensing or training mandated by the agency and state regulations.

$26.09 an hour

Have a favorable driving record and hold a valid driver license; if not licensed by the State of Texas, be able to obtain a Texas Driver License before…

$57,985 - $70,040 a year

TCOLE Jailer certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 6 months. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in…

$46,438.05 - $67,798.15 a year

Detention Officers must have a clean background and all DO’s providing transport for Detainees must have a clean driving record.

$28 - $30 an hour

Certifications Required: Must obtain State Jail Certification, TCOLE certification or equivalent, defensive tactics training intoxilizer training and other…

$47,154.85 - $74,179.04 a year