Correctional Officer Sergeant – Security Lead & Crisis Response

Florida; Mount Hermon (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a promoted Correctional Officer Sergeant for Sumter Correctional Institution. The role includes supervising inmates, enforcing rules, and coordinating housing and security operations.

Incumbents must have completed basic recruit training and Florida officer experience, with no recent suspensions or demotions, and must apply through the People First system. This is a full-time, on-site position with mandatory training and emergency response duties.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or eligible to work in the US.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed the basic recruit training for correctional officers and one year of Florida-certified officer experience.
• Must not have a suspension in the past 12 months.
• Must not have an involuntary demotion in the past 24 months.
• Must have at least a 3.00 rating on recent performance evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmates commensurate with risk level.
• Manages inmate housing areas and enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and follows laws and procedures.
• Performs head counts and maintains custody outside and inside the secured perimeter.
• Provides emergency response, restraints, and evacuation procedures when needed.
• Directs officers in supervising inmates and reporting incidents.
• Attends mandatory training and other required sessions.

Skills

US citizenship

Age 18+

High school diploma

Basic recruit training

Experience as Florida officer

No recent suspensions

No involuntary demotion

Adequate performance ratings

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a promoted Correctional Officer Sergeant for Sumter Correctional Institution. The role includes supervising inmates, enforcing rules, and coordinating housing and security operations.

Incumbents must have completed basic recruit training and Florida officer experience, with no recent suspensions or demotions, and must apply through the People First system. This is a full-time, on-site position with mandatory training and emergency response duties.