Correctional Officer Lieutenant: Security & Crisis Lead

Florida; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Suwannee Correctional Institution. The role oversees correctional staff, manages security posts, and acts as initial incident commander, including emergency responses and program supervision.

The incumbent supervises officers, coordinates training, and enforces safety standards across shifts, with duties including discipline and staff development as needed.

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

• Supervises and coordinates correctional officers and sergeants on security posts.
• Acts as initial commander during emergencies and manages during non-administrative hours.
• Plans and coordinates shift activities, leave, and attendance; ensures security coverage.
• Conducts counseling, disciplinary actions, and staff training.
• Oversees searches, inspections, and custody of inmates; maintains sanitation and security standards.
• Performs crisis intervention, uses of force as required, and emergency response.
• Conducts inspections, head counts, and escorted movements outside the secured perimeter.

Skills

Age 18+

US citizen

HS Diploma

Correctional recruit training

1 year CO experience

No suspensions

No demotions

3.0+ rating

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Suwannee Correctional Institution. The role oversees correctional staff, manages security posts, and acts as initial incident commander, including emergency responses and program supervision.

The incumbent supervises officers, coordinates training, and enforces safety standards across shifts, with duties including discipline and staff development as needed.