CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida is seeking Correctional Officers for multiple positions statewide. No prior experience is required, as all necessary training will be provided. Candidates must have a high school diploma and meet other minimum qualifications. This role includes supervision and management of inmates in correctional facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No felony convictions or certain misdemeanors.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for inmates.
• Ensure custody and control of inmates.
• Provide physical restraint when necessary.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Requisition No:844258

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE

Job Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER - STATEWIDE

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

**OPEN COMPETITIVE**

This is astatewidead formultipleCorrectional Officer positions

You will be able to select yourpreferredwork location in theSecurity Background Questionnaire.

No experience necessary; all training is provided.

Compensation: $22 Hourly as a Trainee, $22.66 Hourly as a Certified Correctional Officer

Correctional Officers are responsible for the supervision, care, custody, control, and physical restraint, when necessary, of inmates in a Correctional Institution or facility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age (no maximum age restriction)
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, nor have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
• Pass a medical examination and drug test.
• Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
• Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)
• Annual salary additive for Broward, Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie counties.

By applying to this advertisement, you are expressly agreeing to receive text messages from the Florida Department of Corrections about your application.

To be considered for the position, you must complete both steps below.

• Step 1 - Complete the State of Florida application. (Click “Apply Now” on this page.)
• Step 2 -Submit a Security Background Questionnaire which authorizes the agency to complete a background check (You will be texted and emailed a link within one business day after completing above steps.)

Visit: http://fldocjobs.com/ for additional information about working for the Florida Department of Corrections. You mayalso contact the Florida Department of Corrections Recruitment Center at866-562-3362 for assistance with your application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 PUNTA GORDA, FL, US, 33955 MILTON, FL, US, 32583 LAKE BUTLER, FL, US, 32054 HAVANA, FL, US, 32333 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34972 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32315 BUSHNELL, FL, US, 33513 MADISON, FL, US, 32340 SANDERSON, FL, US, 32087 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 BLOUNTSTOWN, FL, US, 32424 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34266 OCALA, FL, US, 34482 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 FLORIDA CITY, FL, US, 33034 WEWAHITCHKA, FL, US, 32465 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 EAST PALATKA, FL, US, 32131 TRENTON, FL, US, 32693 CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34604 CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, US, 32327 EDGEWATER, FL, US, 32141 AVON PARK, FL, US, 33825 MONTICELLO, FL, US, 32344 LAWTEY, FL, US, 32058 ALTHA, FL, US, 32421 MALONE, FL, US, 32445 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834 DORAL, FL, US, 33166 CENTURY, FL, US, 32535 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407 CROSS CITY, FL, US, 32628 RAIFORD, FL, US, 32083 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32114 BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32611 BONIFAY, FL, US, 32425 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 OCALA, FL, US, 33474 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32831 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32514 INDIANTOWN, FL, US, 34956 DORAL, FL, US, 33126 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 CARRABELLE, FL, US, 32322 SNEADS, FL, US, 32460 JASPER, FL, US, 32052

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