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Detention Officer - Grayson County
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$51,431 / year median in Texas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
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Between $60k and
$66k
Per Year (Will discuss with applicant)
Position range in Texoma $38k
- $45k Per Year Detention Officer
- Grayson County
Texas Association of Counties
Occupation:
Correctional Officers and Jailers
Location:
SHERMAN, TX
- 75090
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
06/03/2026
Positions available: 2
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
09/03/2026
Expires:
11/11/2026
Job #: 17022542
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
1 Month(s) Age
18 and up DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Public Transit
Available Benefits Help for .
Position:
Detention Officer
Date Posted:
JUne 3, 2026
Department:
Sheriff's Office
- Detention Bureau Division Minimum Salary: Starting salary
- $59,962 annually $27.45 Hourly
- @ 1 year of service
- $63,062 annually $28.87 Hourly
- @ 2 years of service
- $66,163 annually $30.29 Hourly
- Step increases dependent on satisfactory performance.
Duties:
Work involves admitting and booking inmates, supervising and ensuring security of inmates and jail.
Receiving and maintaining an inventory of inmate property and supplies, performing control operations, preparing and transporting inmates.
Other duties may include monitoring cameras and emergency systems, and performing telephone and radio communications.
Go to the recruiting website www.gctxso.com for more information.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Must meet Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Rules and Regulations.
Supervise and care of inmates in accordance with the requirements of the Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
Fluency in Spanish a plus.
Requirements:
Must be 18+ years of age.
Valid Texas Drivers License.
Must pass background and records check, psychological test, physical exam, physical readiness test and drug test.
State certified a plus.
Able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits:
Excellent Employer paid health insurance, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays and retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Employer Persons with disabilities are encouraged to request assistance during the application process. Please call the Human Resources Department at 903-813-4091 to request assistance.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance