Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: July 1, 2024 • Download all data
POSITION
Security Officer III
Texas Juvenile Justice Department
This position is categorized as public safety, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $30,840 to $46,798. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
43
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Median salary
$43,041
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Average salary
$42,776
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 12 | $43,041 | |
| Male | 31 | $43,041 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 1 | $43,041 | |
| Black | 7 | $43,041 | |
| Hispanic | 13 | $43,041 | |
| Other | 2 | $41,140 | |
| White | 20 | $43,041 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Texas Juvenile Justice Department for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 13 | $43,041 | |
| 1-10 years | 30 | $43,041 |
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 | 43 | $43,041 |
Current employees
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