Career Outlook for Correctional Officers and Jailers

Also known as:
Certified Detention Deputy, Convict Guard, Correction Officer, Correctional Guard, Correctional Sergeant, Detention Deputy, Detention Officer, Jail Guard, Juvenile Corrections Officer, Penal Officer

The overall job outlook for Correctional Officer or Jailer careers has been negative since 2004. Vacancies for this career have decreased by 0.91 percent nationwide in that time, with an average decline of 0.06 percent per year. Demand for Correctional Officers and Jailers is expected to go up, with an expected 3,030 new jobs filled by 2029. This represents an annual increase of 0.08 percent over the next few years. Join our career community today!