Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: Oct. 1, 2022 • Download all data
POSITION
Correctional Officer IV
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
This position is categorized as criminal justice, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $32,976 to $52,045. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
7,680
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Median salary
$46,679
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Average salary
$44,202
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 3,378 | $46,679 | |
| Male | 4,302 | $46,679 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 31 | $46,679 | |
| Asian | 142 | $46,679 | |
| Black | 3,829 | $46,679 | |
| Hispanic | 1,529 | $46,679 | |
| Other | 181 | $45,323 | |
| White | 1,968 | $46,679 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 1,834 | $45,323 | |
| 1-10 years | 5,771 | $46,679 | |
| 10-20 years | 69 | $22,662 | |
| 20+ years | 6 | $46,001 |
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 | 6,890 | $46,679 | |
| Part-Time | 790 | $22,662 |
Current employees
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