What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer-PAID Training 22$/hr July 1st! position at Florida Department of Corrections?
NEW STARTING SALARY $22 PER HOUR EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2023.
PAID TRAINING!!!
- Correctional Officers are responsible for the supervision, care, custody, control, and physical restraint, when necessary, of inmates in a Correctional Institution or facility. 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 be able to work as a team and coordinate activities with fellow officers and supervisors.
- No prior experience is necessary, all training is provided.
- As a recruit, you will attend a 12-week academy to prepare you for a career as a Correctional Officer. Courses include firearms training, defensive tactics, first aid, and more. While attending the academy recruits can expect 8.5 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.
This career is ideal for someone who is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- High-stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
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
- 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.
Benefits:
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays- 293 hours annually
- Comprehensive health insurance (Family $180 Individual $50)
- Life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits
- Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and Hospitalization insurance
- Tuition-Free college courses
- 457 Tax-Deferred Retirement Plan
- "Special Risk" Retirement benefits
- Criminal Justice Incentive Pay up to $1,560.00 annually ($130.00 per month)
- Annual uniform and shoe allowance of $325.00
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
· If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email or call me.
Thank you and I look forward to meeting you.
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Recruitment Officer Brandi Conover
Avon Park Correctional Institution
Florida Department of Corrections
8100 Highway 64 E. Avon Park, FL 33825
Office: 863-452-8984
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22