Detention Officer Salary in Tennessee

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How much does a Detention Officer make in Tennessee? The average Detention Officer salary in Tennessee is $48,435 as of April 01, 2025, but the range typically falls between $43,248 and $53,784. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Detention Officer Salary	$38,525	TN	April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Detention Officer Salary	$43,248	TN	April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Detention Officer Salary	$48,435	TN	April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Detention Officer Salary	$53,784	TN	April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Detention Officer Salary	$58,654	TN	April 01, 2025

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Supervisory Detention and Deportation Officer (AFOD) with Security Clearance

Department of Homeland Security - PHOENIX , AZ

Duties Note: This position was previously advertised as situational/episodic telework but has been changed to not eligible for telework. Geographic Locations: Y

- 1 day ago

Detention Officer

Acro Service Corp - PHOENIX , AZ

REQUIREMENTS. Be an effective communicator, even in the most challenging of situations. Care about the safety and wellbeing of others, both within and outside a

- 4 days ago

Detention Officer

ProKatchers LLC - PHOENIX , AZ

Job Title. Detention Officer. Location. Phoenix, AZ 85003. Duration. FT Permanent. Shift Details. Applicants must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the

- 4 days ago

Correctional Officer

Wyoming DOC - LUSK , WY

The Wyoming Department of Corrections is committed to public safety and high correctional standards, as well as a safe, supportive working environment for our e

- 71 days ago

Correctional Officer

Wyoming DOC - RAWLINS , WY

The Wyoming Department of Corrections is committed to public safety, high correctional standards, and a safe, supportive working environment for our employees

- 71 days ago

Security Officer

Allied Universal® - HONOLULU , HI

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in

- 5 days ago

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Adams, TN	Avg. Salary $46,662	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adamsville, TN	Avg. Salary $44,278	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Afton, TN	Avg. Salary $45,631	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, TN	Avg. Salary $48,186	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alcoa, TN	Avg. Salary $47,507	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alexandria, TN	Avg. Salary $48,839	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Allardt, TN	Avg. Salary $47,191	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Allons, TN	Avg. Salary $48,015	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Allred, TN	Avg. Salary $47,191	Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alpine, TN	Avg. Salary $47,191	Date Updated April 01, 2025

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What does a Detention Officer do?

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Documented record of prior work performance.

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Makes observations of inmate attitude, behavior and physical conditions and reports problems to shift commander or treatment staff as required.

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Detention Officer

Supervises a housing environment of up to 72 inmates through communication, management of privileges according to behavior in a just and fair manner, issuing directives and consequences with consistency.

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About Tennessee

Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River. The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...

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