Corrections Sergeant: Lead Security & Inmate Oversight

State of Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida is seeking an experienced Corrections Officer Sergeant at Everglades Correctional Institution in MIAMI, FL. This internal promotional opportunity requires current Florida Department of Corrections employees and offers responsibilities supervising inmates, enforcing rules, and overseeing security operations.

The role involves crisis intervention, inmate transport, and facility safety, with mandatory training and eligibility for Veterans’ Preference.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed the basic recruit training course for correctional officers and have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida
• Must not have received a suspension within the past 12 months
• Must not have received an involuntary demotion within the past 24 months
• Must not have received less than a 3.00 rating on a performance evaluation within the past 3 fiscal years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises inmates commensurate with risk level and manages housing areas
• Enforces rules, sanitation standards, and conducts transports with approved restraints
• Performs head counts, carries out inmate checks outside secured perimeter, and inventories personal property
• Performs crisis intervention and may use force; wearer body armor and weapons as required
• Maintains facility security through searches, surveillance, and door/window checks
• Provides emergency assistance including CPR, first aid, and evacuation procedures
• Directs Officers in supervising housing units and coordinating work details
• Keeps accurate reports and participates in mandatory training
• Responds to emergencies and other related duties as required

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of basic recruit training course for correctional officers

One year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida

Job description

State of Florida is seeking an experienced Corrections Officer Sergeant at Everglades Correctional Institution in MIAMI, FL. This internal promotional opportunity requires current Florida Department of Corrections employees and offers responsibilities supervising inmates, enforcing rules, and overseeing security operations.

The role involves crisis intervention, inmate transport, and facility safety, with mandatory training and eligibility for Veterans’ Preference.