Statewide Part‑Time Correctional Officer — $22/hr

Fldocjobs; Florida; On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking statewide part-time OPS Correctional Officers. This role is limited to no more than 25.5 hours per week and requires a Florida CO certification, good standing, and U.S. citizenship.

Primary duties include ensuring safety, security, and order within facilities across Florida. Applications are submitted via the State of Florida system. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and successful completion of

Qualifications

• Must hold Florida Correctional Officer certification.
• Active certification in good standing.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Be a United States Citizen.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Pass a medical examination and drug test.
• Background check and suitability investigation.
• Recent retirees: no reemployment limitation for Florida Retirement System members.

Skills

CO Certification

US Citizenship

High School Diploma

Driver's License

Background Check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Requisition No:878812

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: OPS CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1

This is a statewide advertisement for part-time OPS Correctional Officers to fill multiple vacancies . OPS Correctional Officers will belimited to no more than25.5 hours per week.

ABOUT FDC:

The Florida Department of Corrections is the 3rd largest state prison system in the country. With over 150 facilities statewide and more than 22,000 staff members, it’s the state’s largest agency. Becoming a correctional officer with FDC means you are joining a family of hardworking men and women who are dedicated to ensuring public safety throughout Florida.

Once you join the FDC, many career advancement opportunities are available, from an entry-level Correctional Officer to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Colonel. From there, management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers can also join special teams such as Rapid Response, Crisis Response, Interdiction Units, K-9 Units, and many other special team opportunities.

COMPENSATION: $22.00 Hourly

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must becertifiedas a Correctional Officer in Florida.
• Must have an active certification in good standing.
• Be at least 18 years of age (no age limit).
• Be a United States Citizen.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must not have any felony convictions, misdemeanors involving perjury or false statement, or dishonorable discharge from U.S. military service. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
• Pass a medical examination and drug test.
• Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
• Recently Retired? Effective July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; on the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions for working as an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

Note: Part-time OPS (25.5 hours or less) employees arenoteligible for personal leave or health benefits.

By applying to this advertisement, you are expressly agreeing to receive text messages from the Florida Department of Corrections about your application. To be considered for the position, you must complete both steps below.

NEXT STEPS TO BECOMING A CORRECTIONAL OFFICER:

• Step 1 - Complete the State of Florida application. (Click “Apply Now” on this page.)
• Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire, which authorizes the agency to complete a background check (If you have not already completed Step 2, you will be texted and emailed a link within one business day after completing Step 1.)

You mayalso contact the Florida Department of Corrections Recruitment Center at866-562-3362 for assistance with your application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable-suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., the Drug-Free Workplace Act.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32641 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 MIAMI, FL, US, 33177 MIAMI, FL, US, 33166 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 AVON PARK, FL, US, 33825 BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 MIAMI, FL, US, 33169 EDGEWATER, FL, US, 32141 DORAL, FL, US, 33166 RAIFORD, FL, US, 32083 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 JASPER, FL, US, 32052 SNEADS, FL, US, 32460 IMMOKALEE, FL, US, 34142 CLERMONT, FL, US, 34715 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32244 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32807 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32810 FT MYERS, FL, US, 33901 EAST PALATKA, FL, US, 32131 FLORIDA CITY, FL, US, 33034 MALONE, FL, US, 32445 BLOUNTSTOWN, FL, US, 32424 LAWTEY, FL, US, 32058 CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428 BRONSON, FL, US, 32621 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32259 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32326 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32833 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34974 BRANFORD, FL, US, 32008 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32609 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 LAKE BUTLER, FL, US, 32054 CENTURY, FL, US, 32535 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32219 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32608 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 CROSS CITY, FL, US, 32628 TRENTON, FL, US, 32693 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32819 HAVANA, FL, US, 32333 PUNTA GORDA, FL, US, 33955 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34266 LABELLE, FL, US, 33975 MIAMI, FL, US, 33174 PERRY, FL, US, 32347 MONTICELLO, FL, US, 32344 SANDERSON, FL, US, 32087 ALTHA, FL, US, 32421 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32315 BONIFAY, FL, US, 32425 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32831 MIAMI, FL, US, 33178 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32835 CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, US, 32327 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32808 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33902 INDIANTOWN, FL, US, 34956 MAYO, FL, US, 32066 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32607 DORAL, FL, US, 33126 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34604 OCALA, FL, US, 34479 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32514 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34972 MADISON, FL, US, 32340 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32221 MIAMI, FL, US, 33176 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32209 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834 OCALA, FL, US, 34482 BRANDON, FL, US, 33511 MILTON, FL, US, 32583 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32405 WEWAHITCHKA, FL, US, 32465 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32626 CARRABELLE, FL, US, 32322 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32827 NAVARRE, FL, US, 32566 ZEPHYRHILLS, FL, US, 33541 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32611 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32202 BUSHNELL, FL, US, 33513

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.