Correctional Officer Sergeant — Lead Inmate Supervision

State of Florida; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida is seeking a dedicated Correctional Officer Sergeant for DeSoto Correctional Institution in Arcadia, FL. This internal promotional opportunity requires current Florida Department of Corrections staff and involves supervising inmate housing, enforcing rules, and coordinating security operations.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, inmate transport, and maintaining master counts and control room operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Be a US citizen.
• 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 inmates commensurate with risk level; manages housing areas; enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using restraints and observes laws and procedures.
• Conducts head counts and maintains custody outside secured perimeter; escorts inmates inside.
• Maintains inmate property receipts and conducts searches for contraband.
• Performs crisis intervention; uses force as needed; wears body armor and uses weapons as required.
• Maintains facility security; inspects areas; checks mail for contraband; observes behavior.
• Provides emergency assistance including CPR and evacuation procedures.
• Directs officers in supervising inmates in housing units and work details; prepares reports.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic recruit training completion

Job description

The State of Florida is seeking a dedicated Correctional Officer Sergeant for DeSoto Correctional Institution in Arcadia, FL. This internal promotional opportunity requires current Florida Department of Corrections staff and involves supervising inmate housing, enforcing rules, and coordinating security operations.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, inmate transport, and maintaining master counts and control room operations.