CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1 Job at Florida Jobs, Bonifay, FL

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  • Bonifay, FL

Job Description

Correctional Officer (Statewide)

This is a statewide advertisement for multiple vacancies. You will be able to select your preferred work location in the Security Background Questionnaire. No experience necessary; all training is provided.

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 Hourly as a Trainee, $23.14 Hourly as a Certified Correctional Officer

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Be at least 18 years of age (no maximum age restriction)
  • 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
  • Pass a medical examination and drug test
  • Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation

Benefits: Paid Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Prescription Drug benefits. Dental, Vision, and Other Supplemental Plans (Disability, Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization, Intensive Care) Deferred Compensation Plan (457B) Tuition Waiver Program Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP) "Special Risk" Class Retirement Multiplier Annual Uniform Allowance Annual salary additive for Broward, Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie counties. Retirees may be considered for re-employment with FDC after six calendar months and will receive both salary and retirement 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.
  • Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire, which authorizes the agency to complete a background check

Location: Multiple locations in Florida

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Traineeship

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