Correctional Officer Sergeant — Security & Supervision Lead

Florida; Bristol (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Corrections in Bristol, Florida invites applications for the Correctional Officer Sergeant position at Liberty Correctional Institution. This role supervises inmates, enforces rules, and maintains security within the facility.

The incumbent will perform crisis intervention, manage housing units, handle inmate transport, head counts, and prepare incident reports while complying with Florida Administrative Code rules.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completed basic recruit training course; one year as a certified Florida officer.
• Must not have had a suspension in the last 12 months.
• Must not have an involuntary demotion in the last 24 months.
• Must have a 3.00+ rating on performance in the last 3 fiscal years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmates commensurate with risk level.
• Manages housing areas; enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates with approved restraints and observes laws.
• Conducts head counts; maintains custody outside secured perimeter.
• Performs crisis intervention; uses force when required; wears body armor.
• Maintains facility security; conducts searches and inspections; checks mail.

Skills

US citizenship

Age 18+

High school diploma requirement

Basic recruit training completion

One year correctional officer work

Clean disciplinary record (past 12 mo)

No involuntary demotion (past 24 mo)

3.0+ rating last 3 fiscal years

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

One year experience as certified officer with Florida

Completed basic recruit training for correctional officers

Job description

Department of Corrections in Bristol, Florida invites applications for the Correctional Officer Sergeant position at Liberty Correctional Institution. This role supervises inmates, enforces rules, and maintains security within the facility.

The incumbent will perform crisis intervention, manage housing units, handle inmate transport, head counts, and prepare incident reports while complying with Florida Administrative Code rules.