Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: Sept. 30, 2021 • Download all data
POSITION
Parole Officer III
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
This position is categorized as criminal justice, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $36,976 to $58,399. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
263
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Median salary
$52,290
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Average salary
$51,542
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as female.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 190 | $52,290 | |
| Male | 73 | $52,290 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 | $48,693 | |
| Black | 116 | $52,290 | |
| Hispanic | 45 | $52,890 | |
| Other | 1 | $46,894 | |
| White | 100 | $52,888 |
Length of employment
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 4 | $46,894 | |
| 1-10 years | 118 | $50,491 | |
| 10-20 years | 114 | $52,890 | |
| 20+ years | 27 | $52,890 |
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 | 263 | $52,290 |
Current employees
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