Corrections Lieutenant — Security Lead & Crisis Response

Florida; Cross City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Cross City Correctional Institution. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current employees.

The role supervises officers, coordinates shifts, and acts as initial commander during emergencies. It requires, at minimum, a high school diploma, Florida officer certification, and strong leadership in security operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have completed the basic recruit training course for correctional officers.
• Must have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Correctional Officers and Sergeants across shifts.
• Act as initial commander during emergencies.
• Serve as facility manager during non-administrative hours.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate shift activities and post assignments.
• Conduct counseling and assign duties; recommend disciplinary actions when needed.
• Supervise searches for contraband and inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Oversee inmate housing areas and secure control during movements.
• Perform crisis intervention, emergency response, and evacuation procedures.

Skills

Staff supervision

Emergency response

Security management

Counseling & coaching

Disciplinary actions

Training coordination

Post assignments

Inmate transport

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic recruit training for correctional officers

One year of experience as certified officer (Florida)

Must be at least 18 years old

U.S. citizenship

No suspension in past 12 months

No involuntary demotion in past 24 months

No <3.00 rating in past 3 fiscal years

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Lieutenant for Cross City Correctional Institution. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current employees.

The role supervises officers, coordinates shifts, and acts as initial commander during emergencies. It requires, at minimum, a high school diploma, Florida officer certification, and strong leadership in security operations.