Correctional Officer Sergeant - Lead Security Team

State of Florida; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida is seeking a Correctional Officer Sergeant at Okeechobee Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires experience as a certified officer and completion of recruit training, with duties spanning housing, security, and inmate supervision.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, head counts, and ensuring policy compliance. The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and adherence to safety procedures in a high-security environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed basic recruit training for correctional officers and one year of experience.
• Must not have received a suspension in the past 12 months.
• Must not have an involuntary demotion in the past 24 months.
• Must not have a rating below 3.00 in the past 3 fiscal years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmates commensurate with risk level.
• Manages housing areas and enforces rules.
• Transports inmates with restraints and observes laws.
• Performs head counts and custody at appointments.
• Performs crisis interventions and uses force when needed.
• Maintains facility security and inspects for contraband.
• Directs officers in work details and reports.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Crisis intervention

Security procedures

Emergency response

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Florida is seeking a Correctional Officer Sergeant at Okeechobee Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires experience as a certified officer and completion of recruit training, with duties spanning housing, security, and inmate supervision.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, head counts, and ensuring policy compliance. The role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and adherence to safety procedures in a high-security environment.