Correctional Officer Captain: Lead Security & Emergency Ops

State of Florida; Trenton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster Correctional Institution seeks a Correctional Officer Captain to supervise officers and sergeants, and to act as initial commander during emergencies. This internal promotional opportunity requires prior Florida correctional officer experience and completion of basic recruit training, with a clean record.

The role involves planning, coordinating shift activities, ensuring security coverage, and conducting staff evaluations and training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• 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

• Supervise Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to any security post on any shift.
• Serve as the initial Commander during emergency situations and coordinate shift activities.
• Delegate post assignments, coordinate leave, and ensure attendance reports.
• Work with lead officers to ensure proper security coverage and conduct counseling as needed.
• Supervise searches for contraband and inspect buildings and grounds for security concerns.
• Act as facility manager during non-administrative hours and maintain sanitation standards.
• Conduct performance evaluations and organize training programs for subordinates.
• Respond to emergencies, manage inmate housing, and oversee transport with approved restraints.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lancaster Correctional Institution seeks a Correctional Officer Captain to supervise officers and sergeants, and to act as initial commander during emergencies. This internal promotional opportunity requires prior Florida correctional officer experience and completion of basic recruit training, with a clean record.

The role involves planning, coordinating shift activities, ensuring security coverage, and conducting staff evaluations and training.