Correctional Officer Lieutenant - Lead Security

My Florida CFO; Carrabelle (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant at Franklin Correctional Institution. The role includes supervising officers, coordinating security operations, and serving as initial commander during emergencies.

This internal promotional opportunity requires Florida correctional experience, proper training, and adherence to regulatory standards; veterans' preference applies.

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

• Supervises Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to any security post on any of the established shifts.
• Acts as the initial commander during emergency situations and functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours.
• Plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of all Correctional Officers and Sergeants on a shift; delegates post and duty assignments and coordinates leave usage.
• May take or recommend disciplinary action and oversee training and inspections for security procedures.
• Supervises searches for contraband, inspections of buildings, grounds and physical plant for security and sanitation standards.
• Performs crisis intervention, emergency response and incident control as required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant at Franklin Correctional Institution. The role includes supervising officers, coordinating security operations, and serving as initial commander during emergencies.

This internal promotional opportunity requires Florida correctional experience, proper training, and adherence to regulatory standards; veterans' preference applies.