CERTIFIED CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

• Supervise and monitor inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas
• Coordinate inmate movement, conduct counts, and provide emergency response as needed
• Ensure program activities remain safe and supervise labor crews
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials independently or with team members; confiscate prohibited items per policies and procedures
• Maintain daily logs on inmates, including disciplinary reports
• Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to injured, ill, or traumatized individuals
• Report maintenance or repair needs to maintain facility cleanliness

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required
• Must have Correction Certification through FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement)
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or related field preferred
• Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred
• Possession of applicable state requisites for employment
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours
• Must be able to regularly report to work without being late
• Ability to be physically alert on any assigned shift
• Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24‑hour period
• Work experience in a correctional setting preferred
• May be required to possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account