(See “Rikers Island Correctional Officer” for training details.). The entry-level annual salary of NYC correction officers is $37,579 with regular raises up to $76,488 after five years. A longevity bonus of up to $7,365 is awarded at 20 years.equirements for New York City correction officer jobs are as follows: 1  U.S citizen at least 21 years old. 2  Valid New York driver’s license. 3  Permanent resident of NYC or approved surrounding counties like Nassau, Putnam or Rockland.