Correctional Officer Lieutenant - Shift Leader

Florida; East Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Officer Lieutenant at Putnam Correctional Institution in East Palatka, FL. This internal promotional opportunity is limited to current FDC employees.

The incumbent will supervise Correctional Officers and Sergeants, manage security post operations, and serve as initial commander during emergencies. The role requires meeting Florida minimum qualifications and maintaining professional conduct.

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 assigned to a shift and act as initial commander during emergencies.
• Plan, organize and coordinate activities of officers; manage post assignments and attendance reports; ensure security coverage.
• Conduct counseling, assign tasks, and consider disciplinary action as needed; ensure compliance with procedures.
• Supervise searches for contraband and inspect buildings; monitor security and sanitation standards; evaluate performance.
• Oversee training programs and continuous security procedures; conduct body cavity search oversight as authorized.
• Manage inmate housing, enforce rules, coordinate transports, head counts, and escorts outside the secured perimeter.
• Perform crisis intervention and emergency response; provide first aid and evacuation support.
• Attend mandatory training and perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Age 18+

US citizen

HS diploma

Recruit training

1 year experience

No suspensions

No demotions

Good ratings

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Officer Lieutenant at Putnam Correctional Institution in East Palatka, FL. This internal promotional opportunity is limited to current FDC employees.

The incumbent will supervise Correctional Officers and Sergeants, manage security post operations, and serve as initial commander during emergencies. The role requires meeting Florida minimum qualifications and maintaining professional conduct.