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Updated: April 1, 2025 • 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
10,321
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Median salary
$52,679
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Average salary
$50,570
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 4,395 | $52,679 | |
| Male | 5,926 | $52,679 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as black.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 52 | $52,679 | |
| Asian | 177 | $52,679 | |
| Black | 5,774 | $52,679 | |
| Hispanic | 1,716 | $52,679 | |
| Other | 382 | $51,323 | |
| White | 2,220 | $52,679 |
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 | 2,259 | $51,323 | |
| 1-10 years | 7,979 | $52,679 | |
| 10-20 years | 76 | $25,662 | |
| 20+ years | 7 | $25,662 |
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 | 9,530 | $52,679 | |
| Part-Time | 791 | $25,662 |
Current employees
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