Senior Correctional Officer: Leadership & Security

State of Florida; Bonifay (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida's Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Sergeant at Holmes Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires current FDC employees to apply.

The role involves supervising inmates, enforcing rules, transporting inmates, conducting searches, and maintaining safety. A strong leadership foundation and familiarity with Florida Administrative Code are essential.

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 the level of risk they present. Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures.
• Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter.
• Performs crisis intervention functions to include restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes.
• Maintains facility security, including searches of inmates and other persons, and checks for contraband.
• Directs Correctional Officers in supervising inmates in housing units and during work details, and prepares various reports.

Skills

Citizenship status

Age requirement

Basic recruit training

One year experience

No suspension in 12 months

No involuntary demotion

No low rating in 3 fiscal years

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

State of Florida's Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Sergeant at Holmes Correctional Institution. This internal promotional opportunity requires current FDC employees to apply.

The role involves supervising inmates, enforcing rules, transporting inmates, conducting searches, and maintaining safety. A strong leadership foundation and familiarity with Florida Administrative Code are essential.