Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pay in Arizona, all employers Sourced
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists (SOC 21-1092) in Arizona, all employers combined: BLS state estimates do not separate government from private.
| Measure | AZ |
|---|---|
| Workers | 1,100 |
| 10th percentile | $45,790 |
| Median | $60,910 |
| 90th percentile | $80,380 |
| National median, government employers | $67,120 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — state estimates; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 — national estimates by ownership. Data captured September 30, 2026.
Pension in Arizona
State employees: State public safety
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORP Tier 3 - Public Safety Personnel Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (corrections and detention officers) CORP Tier 3 | — | account available at separation; PSPRS states no early-withdrawal penalty if separating at age 50 or older | 7% | Not stated |
Local employees: Local police and firefighters
| Plan | Accrual | Normal retirement | Employee pays | Social Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORP Tier 3 - Public Safety Personnel Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (corrections and detention officers) CORP Tier 3 | — | account available at separation; PSPRS states no early-withdrawal penalty if separating at age 50 or older | 7% | Not stated |
The statewide plan a new hire usually joins. Some cities and counties run their own plans; check with the employer. Each plan's formula, vesting, cost-of-living adjustment and retiree health are on the Arizona pension plans list.
Source: State retirement systems, Official state retirement system pages, member handbooks and statutes. Data captured October 2, 2026.
More about this job
Requirements, hiring process, training, schedule and day-to-day work are on the national Probation Officer page.
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