Correctional Officer Sergeant — Security Lead & Crisis Response

State of Florida; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida seeks a dedicated Correctional Officer Sergeant to join the Okeechobee Correctional Institution team. This internal promotion opportunity requires leadership over inmate housing, security procedures, and emergency response within a regulated environment.

You will supervise staff, enforce rules, manage operations, and ensure safety for inmates and staff at the Okeechobee facility. Eligible candidates have prior Florida correctional experience and complete training

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 male or female inmates commensurate with the level of risk they present. Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures. Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter.
• Inventories personal property of inmates and issues receipts.
• Performs crisis intervention functions including restraining violent inmates, defending persons, and preventing escapes using approved force.
• Maintains facility security including searches of inmates and property, mail checks for contraband, and surveillance of areas.
• Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents including CPR and first aid.
• Directs officers in supervising inmates in housing units and work details, maintaining counts and preparing required reports.
• Attends mandatory training and performs other related duties.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of Florida seeks a dedicated Correctional Officer Sergeant to join the Okeechobee Correctional Institution team. This internal promotion opportunity requires leadership over inmate housing, security procedures, and emergency response within a regulated environment.

You will supervise staff, enforce rules, manage operations, and ensure safety for inmates and staff at the Okeechobee facility. Eligible candidates have prior Florida correctional experience and complete training