Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: July 1, 2021 • Download all data
POSITION
Family Services Specialist I
Department of Family and Protective Services
This position is categorized as social services, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $42,244 to $68,960. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
195
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Median salary
$55,769
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Average salary
$55,154
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as female.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 175 | $55,475 | |
| Male | 20 | $58,572 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian | 1 | $54,241 | |
| Black | 69 | $57,543 | |
| Hispanic | 58 | $55,939 | |
| Other | 1 | $42,244 | |
| White | 66 | $54,195 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Department of Family and Protective Services for 10 to 20 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 4 | $44,678 | |
| 1-10 years | 53 | $58,760 | |
| 10-20 years | 106 | $54,195 | |
| 20+ years | 32 | $53,869 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 195 | $55,769 |
Current employees
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