Senior Correctional Officer Sergeant – Leadership & Security

Florida; Raiford (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Officer Sergeant for the FSP Correctional Institution. This is an internal promotional opportunity only for current FDC employees. Salary will be determined according to current pay procedures.

The incumbent supervises inmates, enforces rules, conducts head counts, and supports emergency response to maintain security within and around the facility. Veterans’ Preference applies to eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervises male or female inmates commensurate with the level of risk they present, manages housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards.
• Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures; conducts head counts and maintains custody outside the secured perimeter.
• Performs crisis intervention, defends persons, restrains inmates using approved force, and wears body armor and uses weapons when required.
• Maintains facility security through searches, surveillance of areas, and checks of inmate mail for contraband.

Job description

The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Officer Sergeant for the FSP Correctional Institution. This is an internal promotional opportunity only for current FDC employees. Salary will be determined according to current pay procedures.

The incumbent supervises inmates, enforces rules, conducts head counts, and supports emergency response to maintain security within and around the facility. Veterans’ Preference applies to eligible applicants.