Correctional Officer Position Available In Santa Rosa, Florida

$22.00
Per Hour
(Will discuss with applicant)
Position range in Florida $18.62 – $28.46 Per hour Correctional Officer

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF

CORRECTIONS, Santa Rosa CI

Occupation:

Correctional Officers and Jailers

Location:

Milton, FL – 32583
Positions available: 50
Job #: 12474197

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

3/4/2025

Updated:

3/4/2025

Expires:

7/2/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

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Correctional Officer Careers
The Florida Department of Corrections offers rewarding correctional officer career opportunities. 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, there are many career advancement steps that progress from Correctional Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major and Colonel. From there management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers have the opportunity to join special teams such as Rapid Response Teams, Crisis Response Team, Interdiction Units, K-9 Units and many other special team opportunities. Salary Information
Starting at $22/hr.
Annual salary additive of approximately $1,200 when employed in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, or St. Lucie counties.
Annual salary additive of approximately $2,500 when employed in Palm Beach, Broward, Dade or Monroe counties.
Annual uniform and shoe allowance of $325.00.
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay up to $1,560.00 annually ($130.00 per month)
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise inmates.
Observe traffic in and around the compound.
Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic.
Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas.
Maintain proper security of inmates being transported.
Maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment.
Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment and emergency measures.
Maintain a record of equipment, supplies and other items.
Check inmate mail for possible contraband. Shift Schedule
The majority of institutions, annexes and work camps operate on 8.5 hour shifts.
Minimum Qualifications
In accordance with Florida Statute 943.13 and Florida Administrative Code 33-208.402, any person employed as a Florida Correctional Officer must:
Be a citizen of the United States notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary.
Be a high school graduate or its “equivalent”.
Be able to pass a background investigation and not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.
Be able to pass a medical examination.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must not have dishonorable characterization of military service. Employer is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.