Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 • 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 $37,918 to $58,130. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
8,644
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Median salary
$49,679
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Average salary
$47,122
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 3,750 | $49,679 | |
| Male | 4,894 | $49,679 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as black.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 38 | $49,679 | |
| Asian | 156 | $49,679 | |
| Black | 4,463 | $49,679 | |
| Hispanic | 1,668 | $49,679 | |
| Other | 251 | $48,323 | |
| White | 2,068 | $49,679 |
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 | 1,868 | $48,323 | |
| 1-10 years | 6,696 | $49,679 | |
| 10-20 years | 75 | $24,162 | |
| 20+ years | 5 | $48,323 |
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 | 7,796 | $49,679 | |
| Part-Time | 848 | $24,162 |
Current employees
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