Detention Officer Salary in Virginia

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How much does a Detention Officer make in Virginia? The average Detention Officer salary in Virginia is $52,193 as of April 01, 2025, but the range typically falls between $46,603 and $57,956. 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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Detention Officer

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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 Annandale, VA Avg. Salary $57,386 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Virginia State University, VA Avg. Salary $50,285 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Abingdon, VA Avg. Salary $45,227 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Accomac, VA Avg. Salary $48,746 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Achilles, VA Avg. Salary $48,622 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Afton, VA Avg. Salary $46,554 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alberta, VA Avg. Salary $49,974 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aldie, VA Avg. Salary $57,127 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alexandria, VA Avg. Salary $57,386 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Altavista, VA Avg. Salary $46,849 Date Updated April 01, 2025

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About Virginia    Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United State....More

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