Corrections Officer — 24/7 Public Safety & Security

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays and up to 1 floating

18 days paid time off per year

Longevity bonus

Low-cost medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Florida Retirement System

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Public sector stability

Job summary

Orange County Government seeks a Corrections Officer to ensure health, safety, and secure confinement in county facilities. You will supervise inmates, prevent incidents, and maintain accurate logs and reports, while ensuring orderly movement and compliance with security procedures.

You will work various shifts, weekends, and holidays, with Florida certification required and a valid driver’s license. This role supports the OCCD's mission within Central Florida's largest jail system and benefits

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be at least 19 years of age and a United States citizen.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.
• Florida certification as a correctional officer per Florida Statute 943.13.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety and secure confinement of inmates in County correctional facilities.
• Supervise inmates to prevent altercations and ensure safety of facility staff and inmates.
• Maintain accurate count and location of inmates or Youthful Offenders.
• Complete and maintain required records, logs and reports.
• Perform cell and body searches as required.
• Ensure safe, secure and orderly movement of inmates throughout the facility.
• Performs security and safety checks and adhere to facility security procedures.
• Observe inmate rights and ensure treatment according to policy.
• Supervise inmate or Youthful Offender work crews.
• Learn emergency plans and maintain emergency equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Orange County Government seeks a Corrections Officer to ensure health, safety, and secure confinement in county facilities. You will supervise inmates, prevent incidents, and maintain accurate logs and reports, while ensuring orderly movement and compliance with security procedures.

You will work various shifts, weekends, and holidays, with Florida certification required and a valid driver’s license. This role supports the OCCD's mission within Central Florida's largest jail system and benefits