Correctional Officer: Protect, Lead & Serve (Full-Time)

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Reduced Tuition Rates

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Training

401(k) Matching

Job summary

The GEO Group is seeking dedicated professionals in Florida to supervise inmates and support rehabilitation programs within secured facilities. You will monitor living areas, coordinate inmate movement, and ensure safety during program activities, with potential overtime and 16-hour shift readiness.

We offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs, reflecting GEO’s commitment to wellbeing and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Current Correction Certification through FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement).
• College coursework in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred.
• Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
• Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.
• Work experience in a correctional setting preferred.
• May be required to possess valid state driver's license.
• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate their movement (counts and emergency response as needed).
• Make sure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures.
• Keep daily logs on inmates (including disciplinary reports).
• Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

FDLE Correction Certification

College coursework in behavioral sciences / correctional services

Diversity or sensitivity training

State employment requisites

Overtime availability

Ability to manage physical/mental stress

Punctuality and reliability

Ability to work up to 16 hours in rolling 24h

correctional work experience preferred

Valid state driver's license (may be required)

Maturity and ability to command respect of staff

Job description

The GEO Group is seeking dedicated professionals in Florida to supervise inmates and support rehabilitation programs within secured facilities. You will monitor living areas, coordinate inmate movement, and ensure safety during program activities, with potential overtime and 16-hour shift readiness.

We offer competitive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs, reflecting GEO’s commitment to wellbeing and