Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: Oct. 1, 2024 • Download all data
POSITION
Correctional Officer II
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
This position is categorized as criminal justice, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $32,439 to $49,388. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
2,270
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Median salary
$48,890
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Average salary
$47,630
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,012 | $48,890 | |
| Male | 1,258 | $48,890 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 11 | $48,890 | |
| Asian | 19 | $48,890 | |
| Black | 1,094 | $48,890 | |
| Hispanic | 418 | $48,890 | |
| Other | 131 | $48,890 | |
| White | 597 | $48,890 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for one year or less.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 2,195 | $48,890 | |
| 1-10 years | 71 | $47,674 | |
| 10-20 years | 3 | $47,674 | |
| 20+ years | 1 | $47,674 |
Employment status
Most 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 | 2,195 | $48,890 | |
| Part-Time | 75 | $24,445 |
Current employees
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