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County of Blair

Corrections Lieutenant

Hollidaysburg, PA · On-site

$47K - $55K/yr

... warden, deputy wardens, or customers such as Board of Commissioners, Human Resources Department, or Prison Board; conducting or participating in investigations and disciplinary procedures ...

County of Blair

Corrections Lieutenant

Hollidaysburg, PA · On-site

$47K - $55K/yr

... warden, deputy wardens, or customers such as Board of Commissioners, Human Resources Department, or Prison Board; conducting or participating in investigations and disciplinary procedures ...

County of Blair

Corrections Lieutenant

Hollidaysburg, PA · On-site

$47K - $55K/yr

... warden, deputy wardens, or customers such as Board of Commissioners, Human Resources Department, or Prison Board; conducting or participating in investigations and disciplinary procedures ...

Arizona State Hospital

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Florence, AZ · On-site

$33K/yr

Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Eyman 4374 E. Butte Ave Florence, AZ 85132 Posting Details ... wardens and deputy wardens. This is your opportunity, Apply now! Job Duties: -Audits all ...

Arizona State Hospital

Job Page

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$51K - $55K/yr

Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Tucson 10000 South Wilmot Tucson, Arizona 85734 Posting ... advises Deputy Wardens and the supervising chaplain for direction on appropriate responses to ...

The State of Arizona

CHAPLAIN I

Tucson, AZ

$51K - $55K/yr

Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Tucson 10000 South Wilmot Tucson, Arizona 85734 Posting ... advises Deputy Wardens and the supervising chaplain for direction on appropriate responses to ...

MyFlorida

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1

Orlando, FL · On-site

$23.14/hr

The Florida Department of Corrections is the 3rd largest state prison system in the country. With ... From there, management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers can ...

The State of Arizona

CHAPLAIN I

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$51K - $55K/yr

Arizona State Prison Complex (ASPC) - Yuma 7125 East Cesar Chavez Blvd. San Luis , Arizona 85349 ... advices Deputy Wardens and the supervising chaplain for direction on appropriate responses to ...

MyFlorida

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1

Mayo, FL · On-site

$23.14/hr

The Florida Department of Corrections is the 3rd largest state prison system in the country. With ... From there, management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers can ...

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How much do prison wardens jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for prison wardens in the United States is $19.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Prison Wardens vs Correctional Officers?

AspectPrison WardensCorrectional Officers
CredentialsHigh school diploma or GED; some positions may require college coursework or experienceHigh school diploma or GED; training programs required
Work EnvironmentPrison administration, overseeing entire facilityDirect supervision of inmates within the facility
Employer & IndustryState or federal correctional institutionsPrisons, jails, detention centers
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging staff, facility operations, security policiesMonitoring inmates, enforcing rules, maintaining security

Prison Wardens and Correctional Officers both work in correctional facilities, but Wardens oversee the entire institution and handle administrative duties, while Correctional Officers focus on inmate supervision and security on the ground. Both roles require similar credentials and are essential to the operation of correctional facilities.

How do you become a prison warden?

To become a prison warden, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by relevant experience in corrections or law enforcement. Many positions require a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field, along with leadership skills and knowledge of prison operations; some roles also require passing background checks and completing specialized training programs.

How hard is it to become a prison warden?

Becoming a prison warden typically requires several years of experience in corrections or law enforcement, along with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field. Candidates often need to pass written exams, background checks, and interviews, and may be required to complete leadership training or certifications. The process is competitive and demands strong management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

How much does a prison warden make?

Prison wardens, also known as correctional administrators, typically earn a median annual salary of around $60,000 to $80,000, depending on experience, location, and facility size. Higher salaries are common in larger or federal institutions, and the role often requires leadership skills and knowledge of correctional policies.
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Infographic showing various Prison Wardens job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,367 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Men's Prison Program Manager

Prison Fellowship

Holdenville, OK • On-site

$58K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Want to make a difference? Join an organization committed to sharing the hope of true transformation with those impacted by incarceration for nearly 50 years.
Prison Fellowship® is the nation's largest Christian nonprofit equipping the Church to serve currently and formerly incarcerated people and their families, and to advocate for justice and human dignity. Prison Fellowship and its church partners encounter Jesus with those behind bars, breaking cycles of crime and prayerfully anticipating a revival of justice, mercy, and hope in our culture.
Prison Fellowship® is an organization committed to the highest standards of conduct, ethics and Christian values. Our conduct is guided by and grounded in the Bible, as reflected in our Statement of Faith below.
What we are looking for:
A driven and mission-focused men's prison Academy Program Manager to lead the day-to-day operations within the Allen Gamble Correctional Center for men in Holdenville, OK. The successful candidate will have 7+ years of program management experience, including budgeting and managing staff; 3+ years' experience building effective teams; a bachelor's degree in social science, business, or related field or equivalent relevant experience including:
  • Proven ability to deliver a classroom curriculum using transformational teaching techniques and to provide case planning and management for program participants within the prison.
  • Experience recruiting, interviewing, and selecting program participants and volunteers to ensure a positive, pro-social environment.
  • Strong communication skills to ensure adequate communication, coordination and compliance with the Department of Correction's policies and procedures. Relational ability to work with wardens and other corrections staff to approve and arrange special program needs.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with volunteers, wardens, corrections staff, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of program management experience including budgeting and managing staff
  • 3+ years of experience building effective teams
  • Significant demonstrated classroom and case management experience
  • Bachelor's degree in social science, business, or related field or equivalent relevant experience
  • This is a full-time in-prison position in Holdenville, OK and the driving aspect of this role is subject to certain driving record and insurance requirements
What we offer:
At Prison Fellowship, our goal is to support the total well-being of all our employees. Our benefit offerings for full-time employees include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement account funding, flexible spending accounts, paid maternity and parental leave benefits, and more. Our outstanding benefits package includes paid leave starting at 39 days (14 holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days) after one year of employment. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits, on a pro-rated basis. In addition, we offer a team-oriented, mission-driven, supportive environment with cutting-edge technology solutions and tremendous opportunity for growth and development.
Salary at Prison Fellowship is determined by a variety of factors. For this position, the salary range is projected to be between $58,000 and $62,000.
Visit the employment page on our website to learn more about Prison Fellowship.
Check out our YouTube channel to see how Prison Fellowship is transforming lives!
OUR STATEMENT OF FAITH
The Foundation of What We Believe
As a Christian organization, Prison Fellowship believes in the full authority of the Bible as God's inspired word and the complete tenets of the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed.
We believe in one God, Creator and Lord of the Universe, the co-eternal Trinity; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe that Jesus Christ, God's Son, was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died a substitutionary atoning death on the cross, rose bodily from the dead and ascended to heaven where, as truly God and truly man, He is the only mediator between God and man. We believe that the Bible is God's authoritative and inspired Word, without error in all its teachings.
How We Are Compelled to Live and to Act
We believe that Christians, both individually and corporately, must submit to the Bible as God's authoritative, divine and inspired Word, in all matters of belief and conduct.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment laws:
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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