Correctional Officer Lieutenant — Lead Security & Emergencies

State of Florida; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida is seeking a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Columbia Correctional Institution in Lake City, Florida. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current FDC employees only.

The incumbent will supervise officers and sergeants, serve as initial commander during emergencies, and act as facility manager during non‑administrative hours, ensuring security and order within the institution. Qualifications include being a U.S.

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 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 across security posts.
• Serve as initial incident commander during emergencies.
• Act as facility manager during non-administrative hours.
• Plan, organize and coordinate shift activities and assignments.
• Counsel staff and assign duties; administer disciplinary actions as needed.
• Oversee searches for contraband and daily inspections.
• Monitor security and sanitation; supervise inmate housing and movements.
• Coordinate training programs for subordinates.
• Attend mandatory trainings.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Job description

State of Florida is seeking a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Columbia Correctional Institution in Lake City, Florida. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current FDC employees only.

The incumbent will supervise officers and sergeants, serve as initial commander during emergencies, and act as facility manager during non‑administrative hours, ensuring security and order within the institution. Qualifications include being a U.S.