Lead Correctional Officer Sergeant

Florida; Raiford (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer Sergeant at Union Correctional Institution in Raiford, FL. This internal promotional post requires current FDC employment and follows state pay procedures.

Responsibilities include supervising inmates, enforcing rules, conducting searches, and coordinating inmate movement. The role involves crisis intervention, security duties, and report preparation, 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; manages housing areas; enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates with restraints following laws and procedures; conducts head counts and controls at appointments outside the secured perimeter.
• Performs crisis intervention including restraint, defense, and evictions using approved force; wears body armor and uses weapons as required.
• Maintains facility security through searches, mail checks for contraband, and surveillance of areas.
• Provides emergency response during disasters and emergencies, including CPR and first aid.
• Directs officers in supervising inmates and processing reports; ensures transportation permits are completed and proper documentation maintained.
• Attends mandatory trainings and performs other related duties as required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Corrections Officer Sergeant at Union Correctional Institution in Raiford, FL. This internal promotional post requires current FDC employment and follows state pay procedures.

Responsibilities include supervising inmates, enforcing rules, conducting searches, and coordinating inmate movement. The role involves crisis intervention, security duties, and report preparation, with mandatory training and eligibility for Veterans’ Preference.