Jailer Recruit
$21.06 - $31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
$21.06 - $31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
$21.06 - $31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
Westmoreland, KS · On-site
$31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
Westmoreland, KS · On-site
$31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
Westmoreland, KS · On-site
$21.06 - $31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
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Westmoreland, KS · On-site
$21.06 - $31.83/hr
Jailer participation involves, but is not limited to; booking and releasing offenders, maintaining security of the facility, escorting offenders within and /or outside the secure confines of the jail.
La Crosse, WI · On-site
$27.83 - $34.71/hr
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Non-Exempt This is a specialized non-law enforcement position in the Jail Division of the Sheriff's Office. Employees work under close to moderate supervision in maintaining security in a modern jail ...
La Crosse, WI · On-site
$27.83 - $34.71/hr
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Non-Exempt This is a specialized non-law enforcement position in the Jail Division of the Sheriff's Office. Employees work under close to moderate supervision in maintaining security in a modern jail ...
$25.55 - $31.26/hr
Jailer I, II. Go to Sheriff Pre-Employment for full pre-employment details and look for Jailer I or II. *Current Shift Openings: Nights, 6 PM - 6 AM includes shift differential of $1.00 per hour.
$25.55 - $31.26/hr
Jailer I, II. Go to Sheriff Pre-Employment for full pre-employment details and look for Jailer I or II. *Current Shift Openings: Nights, 6 PM - 6 AM includes shift differential of $1.00 per hour.
Chippewa Falls, WI · On-site
$25.55 - $31.26/hr
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Jail Opening Date: 08/05/2026 Closing Date: 8/19/2026 4:30 PM Central Purpose of Position JOB SUMMARY The job duties of the Jailer include but are not limited to supervising inmates of the Chippewa ...
Chippewa Falls, WI · On-site
$25.55 - $31.26/hr
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Jail Opening Date: 08/05/2026 Closing Date: 8/19/2026 4:30 PM Central Purpose of Position JOB SUMMARY The job duties of the Jailer include but are not limited to supervising inmates of the Chippewa ...
College Park, GA · On-site
$45K/yr
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Places prisoners in an assigned jail cell and removes them for release or transportation. * Arranges for an escort to transport to other locations. * Assures safety and health of prisoners.
College Park, GA · On-site
$45K/yr
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Places prisoners in an assigned jail cell and removes them for release or transportation. * Arranges for an escort to transport to other locations. * Assures safety and health of prisoners.
$29.23/hr
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Jailer Summary Title: Jailer ID: 1017 Location: Cape Girardeau Department: 3010 - POLICE Salary Range: $20.10 per hour More about this job > Description General Definition of Work Performs works ...
$29.23/hr
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Jailer Summary Title: Jailer ID: 1017 Location: Cape Girardeau Department: 3010 - POLICE Salary Range: $20.10 per hour More about this job > Description General Definition of Work Performs works ...
Desoto, TX · On-site
$46K - $67K/yr
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Jail Operations Opening Date: 11/13/2025 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Description This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job ...
Desoto, TX · On-site
$46K - $67K/yr
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Jail Operations Opening Date: 11/13/2025 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Description This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job ...
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$20.10/hr
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Life
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PTO
... the jail. • Transports or releases prisoners to officers for transportation to court. • Transports work release prisoners to and from work sites. • Maintains records of property released to ...
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$20.10/hr
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Life
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... the jail. • Transports or releases prisoners to officers for transportation to court. • Transports work release prisoners to and from work sites. • Maintains records of property released to ...
Weslaco, TX · On-site
$13/hr
Job Summary The jailer is responsible for the operation of the City's jail, the physical intake, detention, release and the well-being of all individuals that are incarcerated in the facility in ...
Weslaco, TX · On-site
$13/hr
Job Summary The jailer is responsible for the operation of the City's jail, the physical intake, detention, release and the well-being of all individuals that are incarcerated in the facility in ...
$45K/yr
The purpose of the position is to ensure the safety and security of prisoners and visitors to the City Jail. Successful implementation of the work results in a safer atmosphere, a decrease in inmate ...
$45K/yr
The purpose of the position is to ensure the safety and security of prisoners and visitors to the City Jail. Successful implementation of the work results in a safer atmosphere, a decrease in inmate ...
$52K - $73K/yr
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Retirement
PTO
Control entry and exit to the jail, process bookings, conduct interviews, and perform inmate classification and housing assignments. Search arrestees and jail cells for drugs, weapons, and other ...
$52K - $73K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Control entry and exit to the jail, process bookings, conduct interviews, and perform inmate classification and housing assignments. Search arrestees and jail cells for drugs, weapons, and other ...
Orange, TX · On-site
$22.03/hr
Job Title: Jailer Salary range: $22.03 Department: Sheriff's Office GUARDS INMATES IN A PENAL INSTITUTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH ESTABLISHED POLICIES, REGULATIONS, AND PROCEDURES. OTHER DUTIES ASSIGNED ...
Orange, TX · On-site
$22.03/hr
Job Title: Jailer Salary range: $22.03 Department: Sheriff's Office GUARDS INMATES IN A PENAL INSTITUTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH ESTABLISHED POLICIES, REGULATIONS, AND PROCEDURES. OTHER DUTIES ASSIGNED ...
Burlington, KY · On-site
A Deputy Jailer is a hazardous law enforcement position that regularly requires face to face contact with inmates. Deputy Jailers need to be able to respond to situations where there may be a high ...
Burlington, KY · On-site
A Deputy Jailer is a hazardous law enforcement position that regularly requires face to face contact with inmates. Deputy Jailers need to be able to respond to situations where there may be a high ...
Weslaco, TX · On-site
$13/hr
Job SummaryThe jailer is responsible for the operation of the City's jail, the physical intake, detention, release and the well-being of all individuals that are incarcerated in the facility in ...
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Weslaco, TX · On-site
$13/hr
Job SummaryThe jailer is responsible for the operation of the City's jail, the physical intake, detention, release and the well-being of all individuals that are incarcerated in the facility in ...
Laguna Beach, CA · On-site
$52K - $73K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Search arrestees and jail cells for drugs, weapons, and other contraband; inspect the facility to ensure cleanliness and compliance with Title 15 standards. * Complete booking paperwork, maintain ...
Laguna Beach, CA · On-site
$52K - $73K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Search arrestees and jail cells for drugs, weapons, and other contraband; inspect the facility to ensure cleanliness and compliance with Title 15 standards. * Complete booking paperwork, maintain ...
Weslaco, TX · On-site
Job Summary The jailer is responsible for the operation of the City's jail, the physical intake, detention, release and the well-being of all individuals that are incarcerated in the facility in ...
Weslaco, TX · On-site
Job Summary The jailer is responsible for the operation of the City's jail, the physical intake, detention, release and the well-being of all individuals that are incarcerated in the facility in ...
Washburn, WI · On-site
$26.44 - $27.91/hr
The jailer is required to perform her duties in such a manner as to insure that secure, safe and sanitary conditions exist at all times. Examples of Duties a. Booking and discharging of inmates and ...
Washburn, WI · On-site
$26.44 - $27.91/hr
The jailer is required to perform her duties in such a manner as to insure that secure, safe and sanitary conditions exist at all times. Examples of Duties a. Booking and discharging of inmates and ...
$5.29 - $6.77
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$20.52 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$20.15 - $21.63
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| Aspect | Jailer | Correctional Officer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Basic security and safety training, sometimes state-specific | Similar security training, often includes additional certifications |
| Work Environment | Prison or jail facilities, confined spaces | Prison or jail facilities, patrol duties |
| Employer & Industry | Correctional facilities, government agencies | Correctional facilities, law enforcement agencies |
Both jailers and correctional officers work in correctional facilities, ensuring security and safety. While their roles overlap significantly, correctional officers often have broader responsibilities, including patrol and emergency response, whereas jailers primarily focus on inmate supervision and facility security.
A jailer or correctional officer enforces the rules and regulations and maintains order within a prison or jail. In this career, you supervise all inmate activities, such as recreation and meal times. Your responsibilities also include making routine inspections of inmates’ cells and personal belongings, confiscating any contraband you find, including weapons, cell phones, or unauthorized reading material, and ensuring that the cell is secure. In addition to monitoring prisoners, you also log your actions and write reports regarding inmates and their behavior.
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