Correctional Officer **Paid Training** Liberty Correctional Institution

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The Florida Department of Corrections at Liberty Correctional Institution (Bristol, 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:

• 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 reasons 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

• 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

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.'
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Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

This Job 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
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

This Job 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
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $325