Become a Correctional Officer

OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION
Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institution in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Include deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions.

WAGES
Correctional Officer is considered a medium occupation, with moderate to good possibility for wage advancement with experience.
Hourly $14.08 - $20.33
Yearly $29,500 - $42,300

Source: O*NET online. http://online.onetcenter.org

COLLEGES OFFERING PROGRAMS
For more information contact a Maricopa Community College Career Center.