Correctional Officer Sergeant - Lead Security & Operations

Florida; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Rosa Correctional Institution in Milton, FL seeks a Correctional Officer Sergeant for a supervisory role within Florida's Department of Corrections. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current FDC employees.

The role oversees inmate housing, enforces rules, conducts headcounts, and coordinates transportation. It requires crisis intervention, use of force when necessary, and maintaining security across the facility.

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 inmate housing areas and enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and observes laws and policies.
• Performs crisis intervention and may use force or restraints as needed.
• Maintains facility security and conducts searches for contraband.
• Directs correctional officers in supervising inmates in housing units and during work details.
• Attends mandatory training and performs other related duties as required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Santa Rosa Correctional Institution in Milton, FL seeks a Correctional Officer Sergeant for a supervisory role within Florida's Department of Corrections. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current FDC employees.

The role oversees inmate housing, enforces rules, conducts headcounts, and coordinates transportation. It requires crisis intervention, use of force when necessary, and maintaining security across the facility.