Correctional Officer (Certified or Non-Certified) Position Available In Washington, Florida

$22.00
Per Hour
DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Panama City-Panama City Beach, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $22.00

• $25.05 Per hour Correctional Officer (Certified or Non-Certified)
  NW Florida Reception Center
• Institution

Occupation:

Correctional Officers and Jailers

Location:

Chipley, FL

• 32428
  Positions available: 1
  Job #: 12472332

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

2/20/2025

Updated:

4/18/2025

Expires:

5/28/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

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The Florida Department of Corrections at Northwest Florida Reception Center Correctional Institution (Chipley, FL) is currently looking for individuals that uphold our values of

RESPECT, INTEGRITY, COURAGE, SELFLESS SERVICE, AND COMPASSION

to join our team.
The Florida Department of Corrections is the largest state agency in Florida and the third largest correctional agency in the country supervising and caring for around 250,000 inmates and offenders. With over 25,000 staff members with the goal of providing a continuum of services to meet the needs of those entrusted to our care, creating a safe and professional environment with the outcome of reduced victimization, safer communities and an emphasis on the premium of life. You can be an instrumental part of Inspiring success by transforming one life at a time.
Correctional Officers oversee and monitor the activities of the inmates in living areas, recreation activities areas, dining areas and visitation areas. While coordinating and monitoring inmate movements, conducting counts and providing emergency response as needed all while maintaining a safe and orderly environment. Correctional Officers MUST we able to work as a team and coordinate activities with fellow officers and supervisors.
As a recruit, you will attend a 12-week academy to prepare you for a career as a correctional officer. Courses including firearms training, defensives tactics, first aid, and more. While attending the academy, recruits can expect 10 hours a day Monday-Friday. Recruits will return to their own residence and are not required to stay overnight. Upon completion the recruit must take and pass the State Officer Certification Exam.

Minimum Qualifications:

Paid on the Job Training, No Experience Required, Sign-On Bonus
The Florida Department of Corrections at Northwest Florida Reception Center Correctional Institution (Chipley, FL) is currently looking for individuals that uphold our values of

RESPECT, INTEGRITY, COURAGE, SELFLESS SERVICE, AND COMPASSION

to join our team.

Minimum Qualifications:

18 years’ old
United States Citizen
High School Graduate or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
No Felony Convictions
Documentation that must be provide upon request:
Birth Certificate or passport
High school diploma, transcripts or equivalent non-certified copies are acceptable (some college transcripts are acceptable)
Driver’s License
Social Security Card
Selective Service Registration or DD214 if applicable

Name Change Documents:

If your name has ever changed for the following reason documentation is required i.e.: adoption, marriage, divorce
Past employment information for the past 5 years to include: place of employment, supervisor, contact information.

Residence History:

Applicants must provide 10 years of residency history to include city and county
PAY
Certified Correctional Officer $48,620 ($22.00hr)
Criminal Justice Incentive Pay Maximum $130 month
Uniform/Shoe Allowance

• $325 Annually

BENEFITS

Leave:

Annual Leave

• 104 hours a year
  Sick Leave
• 104 hours a year
  10 Holidays a year
  Military Leave
• 240 hours each federal fiscal year
  Health Insurance Biweekly

Premium:

Individual Coverage

• $25.00; Family Coverage
• $90.00
  Supplemental Dental, Disability, Hospital, Life, and Vision
  Tuition-free College Courses at State of Florida Colleges and Universities
  Criminal Justice Incentive Pay Maximum $130 month
  Uniform/Shoe Allowance
• $325 Annually
  Special Risk Retirement
  Promotional Opportunities
  24 Hour state of the art fitness facility The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract

Pay:

$48,620.00 per year Feel free to contact me at any time
Officer Tiffany Haire
Recruitment Officer
Northwest Florida Reception Center
4455 Sam Mitchell Dr
Chipley Fl 32428
(850) 773-0315
Tiffany.

Haire@fdc.myflorida.com
Inspiring Success by Transforming One Life at a Time
Respect ê Integrity ê Courage ê Selfless Service ê Compassion

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