Correctional Officer Candidate

***New Salary UPDATE - $22-hr***

***$5000 Signing Bonus for High Vacancy Institutions***

****This is NOT the application. It is a listing that puts you in contact with the recruiter, at their respective Institution.****

18 yrs of age (and older)

United States Citizen

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Valid Driver's License

Social Security Card

Pass a Drug Test and Physical Examination

Pass a background investigation and fingerprinting, which includes; no felony convictions; no misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement; no misdemeanor conviction of domestic violence.

Must demonstrate good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.

Below are the next steps to becoming a Correctional Officer:

Step 1 - Apply in the People First system for "Correctional Officer Statewide in Tallahassee, FL". https://jobs.myflorida.com/job/TALLAHASSEE-CORRECTIONAL-OFFICER-STATEWIDE-FL-32399/1126168100/

Step 2 - Submit a FDC Correctional Officer Supplemental Application and Willingness Questionnaire. https://fs23.formsite.com/e3E4eX/chgmpipdiw/index

Step 3 - FDC Recruitment Center will then begin the process of conducting a Preliminary Background Screening.

Note: IF there are any issues with the links provided, text "APPLY" to "32562". By applying to this job, you are expressly consenting to receive text messages from the Florida Department of Corrections.

Note: Consideration as a Correctional Officer applicant begins upon completion of Steps 1 and 2.

Please visit http://www.fldocjobs.com for additional information about working for the Florida Department of Corrections. You may also contact Sergeant Christopher Burnham and Mrs. Connie Moore at (386) 792-5803 or (386) 792-5820 for assistance with your application process. 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.

This is an open Continuous advertisement for Certified and Non-Certified (Trainee) Correctional Officer applicants for the State of Florida. Certified Correctional Officers must have completed the Basic Recruit Training Course for Correctional Officers and be eligible for or possess a current employment certificate of compliance for Correctional Officers issued by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.

Documentation You Must Provide for Interview:

• Copy of High School Diploma or GED.
• Social Security Card
• Copy of DD-214, Member 4 Copy, for each period of Military Service (If currently a reservist or member of the National Guard, provide a copy of Military ID.)
• Copy of official Birth Certificate issued by a state registrar or Vital Statistics Bureau (Hospital record of birth is not acceptable)
• Documentation of Every Legal Name change, since birth (Marriage, Divorce, Adoption, etc.)
• VALID Driver's License

Passing scores on the Correctional Officer Basic Abilities Test (BAT) - For information regarding scheduling and taking this test, please contact the Institutional Recruiter.

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.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

This occupation requires certification in accordance with Chapter 943, Florida Statutes, and completion of the basic recruit training course for Correctional Officers and incumbents must be eligible for or possess a current employment certificate of compliance issued by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission. (Effective 7/01/02)

Salary/Leave/Bonus Information:

• Certified Pay: Bi-weekly: $1,760
• Hourly Rate of Pay: $22
• Leave Benefits: Annual Leave= 104 hours; Sick Leave=104 hours; Military Leave=240 hours; 9 State Holidays and 1 personal holiday.
• $1000 signing bonus - Will be received, upon completing required Basic Recruit Academy and Passing Score on Florida Department of Law Enforcement's State Correctional Officer Exam. (If you are returning to the Agency, with required Certifications, the Signing Bonus will be paid the month after being rehired).
• $5000 signing bonus - if you become a Certified Correctional Officer for the Florida Department of Corrections during the fiscal year of 2023-2024.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

COVID-19 considerations:

All required COVID-19 Precautions are being taken; however, vaccines are NOT a requirement for employment at this time.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $48,620.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to work in Jasper, Florida?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,620 - $110,000