Corrections Deputy

Putnam County Sheriff's Office; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Sick Leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

Florida State Retirement

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Putnam County Sheriff's Office in Palatka, FL is hiring a Corrections Deputy to supervise inmates, maintain facility security, and enforce rules. The position requires Florida Corrections Officer certification, a valid Florida driver’s license, and a high school diploma or GED.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old. The role offers a base annual salary of $55,000, with opportunities for incentives and benefits; twelve-hour shift work includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in the State of Florida as a Corrections Officer, in an active academy/basic course, or in a crossover from LE to CO.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Must possess a valid High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates and maintain the security of the facility.
• Contribute to the health and welfare of inmates and promote public relations.
• Enforce the rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate accountability and conduct.
• May be authorized to carry firearms. Work twelve-hour shifts including nights, holidays and weekends.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Corrections Deputy - Putnam County Sheriff's Office Putnam County Sheriff's Office My Account

Employment Opportunities >> Corrections Deputy

Corrections Deputy

Summary

• Title: Corrections Deputy
• ID: C1007
• Department: Department of Corrections
• Category: Corrections Officer
• Salary Range: Annual Salary is $55,000 base
• Campaign Start Date: N/A

Description

CORRECTIONS OFFICER Provides supervision, care and correctional treatment of inmates. Maintains the security of the institution, contributes to the health and welfare of the inmates and the promotion of good public relations. Enforces the rules and regulations governing the facility security, inmate accountability and inmate conduct to ensure judicial sanctions are carried out and inmates remain in custody. From time to time, may be authorized to carry firearms. These are just a few examples of the duties required of the position. As an employee in the Correctional Facility, is subject to arduous, adverse and stressful working conditions and environment. May be subject to hostile or life‑threatening situations (i.e., assaults and escape attempts). This position is shift work, twelve hour shifts to include working nights, holiday and weekends. May be required to work irregular hours, unusual shifts and unexpected overtime.

Requirements

• Must be currently certified in the State of Florida as a Corrections Officer, be in a current academy basic course for Corrections, or attending a crossover from LE to CO course
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License
• Must possess a valid High School Diploma or GED
• Must not meet any of the disqualifiers as indicated in the employment application
• Must be at least 18 years of age as of November 20, 2019

IF YOU ARE CERTIFIED AS A CORRECTIONS OFFICER IN ANOTHER STATE, YOU MUST CONTACT AN FDLE APPROVED TECH CENTER (VISIT FDLE.STATE.FL.US FOR LOCATIONS) TO HAVE A CERTIFICATION REVIEW, IF APPROVED ATTEND AN EOT COURSE AND PASS THE STATE EXAM. WE DO NOT SPONSOR FOR EOT. YOU MAY APPLY ONCE YOU ARE REGISTERED FOR AN EOT COURSE

Benefits

• Annual Salary is $55,000 base, applicants with law enforcement experience MAY receive incentive of $500 for every year of service up to 9 years if meeting all criteria and after completion of FTO
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Health, dental, vision and supplemental insurance available
• Florida State Retirement
• Direct Deposit
• Salary incentive for Associates, Bachelors, Masters, EMT or Paramedic, foreign language skill

WE PAY FOR YOUR EXPERIENCE

YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR $500 PER YEAR OF EXPERIENCE PAY, UP TO $4,500 IF YOU HAVE WORKED AT ANOTHER AGENCY AS AN FDLE CERTIFIED CORRECTIONS OFFICER, HAVE LEFT THAT AGENCY WITH NO MORE THAN A 4 YEAR BREAK IN SERVICE, AND LEFT WITH HONORABLE CONDITIONS

This position is open until filled. All applications are reviewed by the Office of Professional Standards. Applicants will be notified by email if disqualified or not chosen for interview. The process is lengthy, applicants will receive notification when interviews are conducted. Please be sure to check your emails often as this is the most common form of communication during the process.

Should you have employment questions, please contact our office at 386-329-0485. Employment questions should only be answered by Human Resources for accuracy.

THE PUTNAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE IS A DRUG FREE WORK PLACE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND VETERANS PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. WE PARTICIPATE IN THE E-VERIFY EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION SYSTEM. –AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE- THE PUTNAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN THE ADMISSION OR ACCESS TO, OR TREATMENT OR EMPLOYMENT IN, IT’S PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES.