Correctional Officer: Protect, Manage & Rehabilitate

The GEO Group, Inc.; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking personnel to supervise inmates and support facility operations within its secured environments. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and timely response to incidents, with duties spanning daily rounds, movement coordination, and program supervision.

Ideal candidates will hold required corrections certifications and a background in behavioral sciences or related fields, with flexibility for overtime and a commitment to rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• FDLE Correction Certification required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate inmate movement (counts and emergency response).
• Ensure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband items and confiscate prohibited items.
• Keep daily logs including disciplinary reports.
• Provide prompt assistance to inmates who are injured or traumatized, and report maintenance needs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

FDLE Correction Certification

College coursework in behavioral sciences or correctional services

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking personnel to supervise inmates and support facility operations within its secured environments. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and timely response to incidents, with duties spanning daily rounds, movement coordination, and program supervision.

Ideal candidates will hold required corrections certifications and a background in behavioral sciences or related fields, with flexibility for overtime and a commitment to rehabilitation outcomes.