Detention Officer Salary in Louisville, Kentucky

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How much does a Detention Officer make in Louisville, KY? The average Detention Officer salary in Louisville, KY is $49,444 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $44,146 and $54,906. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Detention Officer

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Detention Officer
Weston County Detention - Custer , SD
THE WESTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE is hiring for the position of Detention Officer. Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a valid D.L., H.S Diploma or a GED equivalent and be able to pass WLEA ...
Recruitology - 2 days ago
Detention Officer
Lubbock County - Lubbock , TX
Admit and release inmates from the detention center; take fingerprints; remove personal property ... Officers will obtain a basic understanding of standards established by the Texas Minimum Jail ...
LinkedIn - 7 days ago
DETENTION OFFICER
Eddy County - Carlsbad , NM
DETENTION OFFICER Department: Detention Location: Carlsbad, NM STARTING SALARY: $23.75 - $26.21 DOE BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Supervise and monitor behavior of residents, coordinate and cooperate with law ...
Recruitology - 86 days ago
Security Officer
Marathon TS - Farmville , VA
Detention Officer - Farmville, VA Responsible for following the policies, procedures, and posting orders for the assigned post they are working; Responsible for the health and welfare of the entire ...
LinkedIn - 24 days ago
Armed Executive Protection Agent
United Security, Inc. (USI) - Farmington , CT
Active Driver's License * 5+ Years Law Enforcement, Detention Officer, Military Police or Executive Protection Experience Required * $40PH (Farmington CT) * Per Diem / Contract Role- AS NEEDED Job ...
LinkedIn - 60 days ago
Police Corporal
Vanderbilt University Careers - Nashville , TN
Provide backup for other officers as necessary. * Assists medical personnel in the detention of psychiatric patients. * Provides protection and secure transportation services for psychiatric patients ...
Click To Hired US (JobSwipe) - 11 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Detention Officer in Louisville, KY. The base salary for Detention Officer ranges from $44,146 to $54,906 with the average base salary of $49,444. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,146 to $54,906 with the average total cash compensation of $49,444.

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About Louisville, Kentucky    Louisville and Jefferson County have a combined area of 397.68 square miles (1,030.0 km2), of which 380.46 square miles (985.4 km2) is land and 17.23 ....More

Louisville, Kentucky  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

Detention Officer Salary in popular cities: Lexington, Bowling Green, Owensboro

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