CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT - 70013837

Florida; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections in Putnam Correctional Institution, East Palatka, Florida, is seeking a Correctional Officer Lieutenant. The role involves supervising officers, responding to emergencies, and managing security operations on multiple shifts.

Incumbent will oversee staff, coordinate training, supervise inmate housing and transport, and conduct regular inspections. Minimum qualifications include US citizenship, a high school diploma, and recruit training with experience as a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must have completed basic recruit training for correctional officers and have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State.
• Must not have had a suspension in the past 12 months.
• Must not have had an involuntary demotion in the past 24 months.
• Must have a performance rating of at least 3.00 in the last 3 fiscal years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants on assigned posts.
• Serve as initial commander during emergencies and function as facility manager after hours.
• Plan, organize and coordinate shift activities and post assignments.
• Coordinate training programs for subordinates and conduct ongoing security training.
• Conduct searches for contraband and daily inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Supervise inmate housing, transport, and head counts; ensure safety and security.
• Perform crisis intervention and provide emergency assistance as required.
• Attend mandatory and other training sessions.

Skills

US Citizenship

High School Diploma

Correctional Officer Recruit Training

Experience as Certified Officer

No Recent Suspension

No Involuntary Demotion

Performance Rating >= 3.00

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition No: 886437

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT - 70013837

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 70013837

Salary: $59,623.72 (Minimum annually)

Posting Closing Date: 11/03/2026

Salary will be determined in accordance with current pay procedures.

This is an internal promotional opportunity only. Only current FDC employees will be considered.

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Facility: Putnam Correctional Institution

Correctional Officer Lieutenant Vacancy Located At

Putnam Correctional Institution

East Palatka, Florida (Putnam County)

Minimum 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 less than a 3.00 rating on a performance evaluation within the past 3 fiscal years.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

This Correctional Officer Lieutenant position is located at Putnam 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 responsibility for 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. Functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours.

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

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 accurate completion of attendance and leave reports. Works with employees to ensure proper security coverage. Conducts periodic individual counseling with staff to outline problem areas and to give additional duties or instructions. May take or recommend non-appealable disciplinary action or recommend appealable disciplinary action to higher level management.

Supervises searches for contraband and makes daily inspections of buildings and grounds. Inspects physical plant for security concerns and to maintain proper sanitation standards. Circulates throughout institution observing officers’ performance. Conducts performance evaluations. Schedules and/or coordinates training programs for subordinates. Conducts continuous training of subordinate staff in security procedures.

Supervises and coordinates body cavity searches as authorized by the Warden, Assistant Warden or Chief Correctional Officer. Authorizes non-emergency applications of use of force per DC Rule 33-3.0065(3).

Supervises inmates at 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. Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter.

Performs crisis intervention functions to include, but not limited to restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods. Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include, but not limited to, CPR, first aid, implementation of evacuation procedures, security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation.

Conducts inspections and visual and audio surveillance of persons, property, vehicles, building and outdoor areas. Physically checks doors, windows, gates, barred sections, fences and other areas to ensure proper security.

Attends mandatory and other training.

Performs Other Related Duties As Required.

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The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.