Senior Correctional Officer & Security Supervisor

Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Sergeant at SFRC. The role supervises inmates, enforces rules, and handles security throughout housing units and surrounding areas.

The incumbent performs crisis intervention, transports inmates, checks for contraband, and maintains inmate counts. Requires a basic recruit training completion and one year as a certified officer in Florida, with strict conduct history and performance standards.

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 and enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using restraints following laws and procedures; conducts head counts and maintains custody outside and inside secured areas.
• Performs crisis intervention, uses restraints or force as needed; may wear body armor and use weapons.
• Maintains facility security; conducts inmate searches and checks for contraband; monitors inmate behavior for mental health concerns.
• Provides emergency assistance during incidents, disasters, and accidents including CPR and first aid.
• Directs Corrections Officers in supervising inmates, managing mail checks, and operating the Control Room and Main Gate.
• Ensures transportation permits are completed and reports are prepared; attends mandatory training and performs other related duties.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Age 18+

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Officer Sergeant at SFRC. The role supervises inmates, enforces rules, and handles security throughout housing units and surrounding areas.

The incumbent performs crisis intervention, transports inmates, checks for contraband, and maintains inmate counts. Requires a basic recruit training completion and one year as a certified officer in Florida, with strict conduct history and performance standards.