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Correctional Officers and Jailers
Description
Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions.
Common Tasks
- Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Search for and recapture escapees.
- Inspect mail for the presence of contraband.
- Take prisoners into custody and escort to locations within and outside of facility, such as visiting room, courtroom, or airport.
- Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $30.59 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $18.09 and $40.98 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $63,641.78 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $37,638.49 and $85,250.00 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 2,260 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 11.1% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 2,510.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $36.00 with the median annual salary reaching $76,623.
