Corrections Officer Trainee — Start Your Academy Path

Pasco County; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County is seeking a Corrections Officer Trainee to supervise inmates, assist in custody operations and support facility security. The role requires learning at the Corrections Academy and adherence to Florida statutes.

Applicants must graduate high school or have an equivalent, possess a valid Florida driver's license, and obtain unescorted CJIS clearance; some travel within county areas may be needed. 85 hours bi-weekly.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Must successfully complete academy.
• Unescorted CJIS clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain care, custody and control of inmates and conduct security checks.
• Escort inmates and supervise in units; document activities and logs.
• Complete disciplinary reports and inspections; monitor safety.

Skills

Knowledge of Florida Statutes/County

Gun safety

Officer safety skills

Radio procedures

Application and use of force

CPR/First Aid

Radio traffic comprehension

Interrogation skills

Computers & IT basics

Public interaction

Time management

Decision making

Memory

Odor detection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pasco County is seeking a Corrections Officer Trainee to supervise inmates, assist in custody operations and support facility security. The role requires learning at the Corrections Academy and adherence to Florida statutes.

Applicants must graduate high school or have an equivalent, possess a valid Florida driver's license, and obtain unescorted CJIS clearance; some travel within county areas may be needed. 85 hours bi-weekly.