Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists

SOC: 21-1092 O*NET: 21-1092.00
Median Salary
$64,520
per year
Job Growth
➑️ 2.6%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
7.9
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4

Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make recommendations for actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of offender, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations.

Overview

Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make recommendations for actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of offender, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Distribution by Percentile

Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.

10th
$38,712
25th
$51,616
50th (Median)
$64,520
75th
$77,424
90th
$96,780

Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.

Typical Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

  • βœ“Health Insurance
  • βœ“Dental Insurance
  • βœ“Vision Insurance
  • βœ“Mental Health Support
  • βœ“Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

  • βœ“401(k) Retirement Plan
  • βœ“Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
  • βœ“Profit Sharing
  • βœ“Stock Options
  • βœ“Performance Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

  • βœ“Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
  • βœ“Paid Sick Leave
  • βœ“Flexible Work Arrangements
  • βœ“Remote Work Options
  • βœ“Parental Leave

Professional Development

  • βœ“Tuition Reimbursement
  • βœ“Professional Certifications
  • βœ“Conference Attendance
  • βœ“Training Programs
  • βœ“Mentorship Opportunities

Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.

Job Market Intelligence

Job Market Intelligence

Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:92,300

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:+2.6%
Annual Openings:7,900

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)92,300
Current
2034 (Projected)94,800
+2.6%
+2,400
Employment Change
+2.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: As fast as average

Key Growth Factors

  • β€’Average growth expected

Top Skills

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Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
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Active Listening
Active Listening
βœ“
Speaking
Speaking
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Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
βœ“
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
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Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
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Monitoring
Monitoring
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Writing
Writing
βœ“
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
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Active Learning
Active Learning

Key Knowledge Areas

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Law and Government
βœ“
Public Safety and Security
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English Language
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Psychology
βœ“
Therapy and Counseling
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Sociology and Anthropology
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Administrative
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Customer and Personal Service
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Education and Training
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Computers and Electronics

Education & Training

Education Required

Bachelor's degree or higher

Experience Required

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed

Job Training

Significant preparation with related work experience