Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: July 1, 2021 • Download all data
POSITION
Security Officer III
Health and Human Services Commission
This position is categorized as public safety, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $26,332 to $41,355. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
242
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Median salary
$26,990
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Average salary
$27,666
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 75 | $26,990 | |
| Male | 167 | $26,990 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 | $27,954 | |
| Black | 68 | $27,784 | |
| Hispanic | 66 | $26,990 | |
| Other | 2 | $26,332 | |
| White | 105 | $26,990 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Health and Human Services Commission for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 30 | $26,332 | |
| 1-10 years | 212 | $27,392 |
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 | 242 | $26,990 |
Current employees
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