Correctional Officer Lieutenant: Lead Security & Crisis Ops

Florida; Milton (AL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections is hiring a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Santa Rosa Correctional Institution in Milton, Florida. This internal promotion opportunity requires supervision of officers and sergeants, and serving as initial incident commander during emergencies, with responsibilities as facility manager after hours.

Minimum qualifications include US citizenship, a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of basic recruit training, and one year of Florida-certified

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and a US citizen.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completed basic recruit training for correctional officers with 1 year of Florida certification.
• No suspensions in the last 12 months and no recent involuntary demotion.
• No rating below 3.00 on performance evaluations in the last 3 fiscal years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise correctional Officers and Sergeants on assigned shifts.
• Act as initial commander during emergencies and manage after-hours operations.
• Plan, assign posts, coordinate leave, and ensure attendance reports.
• Coordinate training, conduct counseling, and handle disciplinary processes.
• Oversee searches, security inspections, and daily risk management of inmates.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Emergency response

Security procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completed basic recruit training for correctional officers

One year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida

Job description

The Florida Department of Corrections is hiring a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Santa Rosa Correctional Institution in Milton, Florida. This internal promotion opportunity requires supervision of officers and sergeants, and serving as initial incident commander during emergencies, with responsibilities as facility manager after hours.

Minimum qualifications include US citizenship, a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of basic recruit training, and one year of Florida-certified