Correctional Captain: Lead Security & Emergency Operations

Florida; Polk City (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections seeks a skilled Correctional Officer Captain for Polk Correctional Institution in Polk City. This leadership role supervises Correctional Officers and Sergeants, coordinates security post coverage, and acts as initial commander during emergencies.

You will plan, organize, and execute shift operations, ensure compliance with procedures, conduct counseling and training, and uphold safety and security across the facility.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed the basic recruit training course for correctional officers and have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida.
• Must not have received a suspension within the past 12 months.
• Must not have received an involuntary demotion within the past 24 months.
• Must not have received less than a 3.00 rating on a performance evaluation within the past 3 fiscal years.

Responsibilities

• This Correctional Officer Captain position is located at Polk Correctional Institution.
• The incumbent in this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code.
• The Officer assigned to this position has the responsibility of supervising Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to any security post on any of the established shifts.
• This position serves as the initial Commander during emergency situations.
• Also plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of all Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift.
• Delegates post assignments, specific duty assignments, coordinates leave use and ensures attendance and leave reports.
• Works with lead officers to ensure proper security coverage.
• Conducts periodic individual counseling with staff to outline problem areas or give additional duties or instructions.
• Supervises searches for contraband and makes daily inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Inspects physical plant for security concerns and to maintain proper sanitation standards.
• Functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours.
• Circulates throughout institution observing employees’ performance.
• Conducts performance evaluations.
• Schedules and/or coordinates training programs for subordinates.
• Conducts continuous training of subordinate staff in security procedures and performance.
• Takes and recommends disciplinary action to higher level management.
• Supervises and coordinates body cavity searches as authorized by the Warden.
• Authorizes non-emergency applications of use of force.
• Supervises inmates commensurate with the level of risk they present.
• Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Emergency response

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic recruit training for correctional officers

Job description

The Florida Department of Corrections seeks a skilled Correctional Officer Captain for Polk Correctional Institution in Polk City. This leadership role supervises Correctional Officers and Sergeants, coordinates security post coverage, and acts as initial commander during emergencies.

You will plan, organize, and execute shift operations, ensure compliance with procedures, conduct counseling and training, and uphold safety and security across the facility.