Custody Assistant Career

*A job as a Custody Assistant falls under the broader career category of Correctional Officers and Jailers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Correctional Officers and Jailers : Guard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions.


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Correctional Officers and Jailer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$46,750

Median Hourly Wage

$22.48*

Total Employed Nationally

431,600


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.