CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER (STATEWIDE)Requisition No: 878810Agency: Department of CorrectionsWorking Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1Pay Plan: Career ServicePosition Number: 70011111Salary: $22/HRPosting Closing Date: 12/31/2026About FDCThe 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 OfficerMinimum QualificationsBe at least 18 years of age (no maximum age restriction)Be a United States CitizenPossess a high school diploma or equivalentPossess a valid driver's licenseMust not have any felony convictions, misdemeanors involving perjury or false statement, or dishonorable discharge from U.S. military service. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.Pass a medical examination and drug test.Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation.BenefitsPaid Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holiday PayHealth 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 ProgramCriminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)“Special Risk” Class Retirement MultiplierAnnual Uniform AllowanceAnnual 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 benefitsNext Steps to Becoming a Correctional OfficerStep 1 - Complete the State of Florida application.Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire.Additional Information: Visit for additional information about the position as well as hiring bonuses available at select locations.Contact: Florida Department of Corrections Statewide Recruitment Center at 866-562-3362. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.Equal Opportunity StatementThe State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.Veterans' PreferencePursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. 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 Rule55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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