CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT - 70045929

State of Florida; Crawfordville (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant to supervise staff at Wakulla Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires experience as a certified officer and involves planning, delegating, and managing security operations. Candidates must apply through the People First system by the closing date.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completed basic recruit training for correctional officers.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Correctional Officers and Sergeants.
• Plans and coordinates shift activities.
• Conducts performance evaluations and training.

Skills

Supervision

Crisis Intervention

Planning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Correctional Officer Lieutenant - 70045929

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Requisition No: 852990

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: Correctional Officer Lieutenant - 70045929

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 70045929

Salary: $59,623.72 (Minimum annually)

Posting Closing Date: 05/21/2025

Facility: Wakulla Correctional Institution

This is an internal promotional opportunity only. Only current FDC employees will be considered. Salary will be determined in accordance with current pay procedures.

Location: Wakulla Correctional Institution, Crawfordville, Florida (Wakulla County)

Employees interested in this promotional opportunity must apply via the People First system. No paper applications accepted. Applications are due by 11:59 pm ET on the closing date.

Applicants must provide current employment, previous employment, training, and education information on their profile. Incomplete profiles will not be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• U.S. citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completed basic recruit training for correctional officers and have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida
• No suspension within the past 12 months
• No involuntary demotion within the past 24 months
• Performance evaluation rating of at least 3.00 within the past 3 fiscal years

Responsibilities

This position supervises Correctional Officers and Sergeants at Wakulla Correctional Institution, serving as the initial commander during emergencies and acting as facility manager during non-administrative hours.

Key duties include planning and coordinating shift activities, delegating assignments, managing leave, conducting inspections, supervising searches, managing inmate housing and transport, performing crisis interventions, and ensuring security and safety standards.

Additional duties involve conducting performance evaluations, training staff, supervising searches and inmate activities, and responding to emergencies with appropriate force and procedures.

Additional Information

For questions, contact SSU Promotions at [phone]. Technical application issues should be directed to the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a Drug-Free workplace. Candidates requiring accommodations must notify the agency in advance.

Veterans’ Preference applies per Chapter 295, Florida Statutes. Applicants should attach supporting documentation, such as DD Form 214, with their application.