Correctional Lieutenant: Lead Security & Crisis Ops

My Florida CFO; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida is seeking a Corrections Officer Lieutenant at Union Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires current Florida Department of Corrections employees to apply through the People First system.

The role involves supervising officers, coordinating security, and acting as initial commander during emergencies. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications and complete required training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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

• Supervises Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift.
• Serves as initial commander during emergency situations.
• Functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours.
• Plans, organizes and coordinates activities of all Officers and Sergeants on a shift.
• Delegates post assignments and coordinates leave use; ensures attendance reports.
• Works with employees to ensure proper security coverage and conducts counseling as needed.
• Supervises searches for contraband and daily inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and observes laws and procedures.
• Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents.

Skills

US Citizenship

Minimum age 18

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

State of Florida is seeking a Corrections Officer Lieutenant at Union Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires current Florida Department of Corrections employees to apply through the People First system.

The role involves supervising officers, coordinating security, and acting as initial commander during emergencies. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications and complete required training.