Ops Correctional Officer
This is a statewide advertisement for part-time OPS Correctional Officers to fill multiple vacancies. OPS Correctional Officers will be limited to no more than 25.5 hours per week.
About FDC: The Florida Department of Corrections is the third largest stateprison 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: $22.00 hourly
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be certified as a Correctional Officer in Florida.
- Must have an active certification in good standing.
- Be at least 18 years of age (no age limit).
- 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.
- Recently Retired? Effective July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; on the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions for working as an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.
Next Steps To Becoming A Correctional Officer:
- Step 1 - Complete the State of Florida application. (Click "Apply Now" on this page.)
- Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire, which authorizes the agency to complete a background check (If you have not already completed Step 2, you will be texted and emailed a link within one business day after completing Step 1.)
Locations: Tallahassee, FL, Miami, FL, Bristol, FL, Century, FL, Blountstown, FL, Orlando, FL, Chiefland, FL, Brandon, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Navarre, FL, Pensacola, FL, Crestview, FL, Immokalee, FL, Clermont, FL, Labelle, FL, Perry, FL, Mayo, FL, Arcadia, FL, Live Oak, FL, Madison, FL, Doral, FL, Sanderson, FL, Lake Butler, FL, Gainesville, FL, Ocala, FL, Brooksville, FL, Cross City, FL, Sneads, FL, Alachua, FL, Bowling Green, FL, Milton, FL, Altha, FL, Florida City, FL, Punta Gorda, FL, Havana, FL, Okeechobee, FL, Daytona Beach, FL, Indiantown, FL, Malone, FL, Jasper, FL
Ops Correctional Officer
This is a statewide advertisement for part-time OPS Correctional Officers to fill multiple vacancies. OPS Correctional Officers will be limited to no more than 25.5 hours per week.
About FDC: The Florida Department of Corrections is the third largest stateprison 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: $22.00 hourly
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be certified as a Correctional Officer in Florida.
- Must have an active certification in good standing.
- Be at least 18 years of age (no age limit).
- 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.
- Recently Retired? Effective July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; on the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions for working as an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.
Next Steps To Becoming A Correctional Officer:
- Step 1 - Complete the State of Florida application. (Click "Apply Now" on this page.)
- Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire, which authorizes the agency to complete a background check (If you have not already completed Step 2, you will be texted and emailed a link within one business day after completing Step 1.)
Locations: Tallahassee, FL, Miami, FL, Bristol, FL, Century, FL, Blountstown, FL, Orlando, FL, Chiefland, FL, Brandon, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Navarre, FL, Pensacola, FL, Crestview, FL, Immokalee, FL, Clermont, FL, Labelle, FL, Perry, FL, Mayo, FL, Arcadia, FL, Live Oak, FL, Madison, FL, Doral, FL, Sanderson, FL, Lake Butler, FL, Gainesville, FL, Ocala, FL, Brooksville, FL, Cross City, FL, Sneads, FL, Alachua, FL, Bowling Green, FL, Milton, FL, Altha, FL, Florida City, FL, Punta Gorda, FL, Havana, FL, Okeechobee, FL, Daytona Beach, FL, Indiantown, FL, Malone, FL, Jasper, FL
