Correctional Officer

Overview

$18.92 per hour

Upon employment, training for non-certified correctional officers will be provided for the FDLE state certification. Existing FDLE certified correctional officers is a plus! At Core Civic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Correctional Officer who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting.

Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

• The Correctional Officer performs routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures to maintain order and provide for the security, care and direct supervision of inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, on work assignments and during all other phases of activity in a correctional facility. May employ weapons or force to maintain discipline and order.
• Responsible for maintaining order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.
• Able to work any shift, as you may be assigned to a variety of posts including, but not limited to, armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, etc.
• Core Civic recognizes your military service to qualify you for positions requiring criminal justice experience.

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent required.
• Once hired, must complete pre-service correctional officer training and, where applicable, be a non-commissioned security officer licensed by the state of employment.
• Must be certified in the discipline of Corrections through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and in good standing.
• A valid driver s license is required.
• Demonstrate the ability to complete any required training.
• Must be available to work any hours, any shift.
• Minimum age requirement:
  Must be at least 18 years of age.

Core Civic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.