Correctional Officer

Correctional Officer – Gadsden Correctional Facility

Management & Training Corporation is seeking a Correctional Officer for the Gadsden Correctional Facility in Quincy, Florida. The position reports to the designated sergeant and is responsible for the custody and discipline of inmates while complying with ACA standards, MTC policies, FDOC and DMS directives.

Pay: $23.46/hr full‑time, 8‑hour shifts: 7:00 am‑3:00 pm, 3:00 pm‑11:00 pm, 11:00 pm‑7:00 am.

6044 Greensboro Highway, Quincy, Florida 32351 (Gadsden Correctional Facility).

• Search for contraband and maintain facility security.
• Count, provide meals, and supervise inmates in housing, work, and other areas.
• Observe and maintain secure custody, including climbing stairs, and extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
• Perform security functions such as pat and strip searches, requiring squatting and bending.
• Transfer and transport inmates, restraining and securing assaultive inmates as needed.
• Prepare and maintain records, forms, and reports.
• Review inmate records for health and safety relevant information and apply it properly.
• Perform duties in commissary, property, transportation, education, food service, recreation, escort/roving, mailroom, laundry, visiting room, booking, mobile patrol, main control, law library, housing, special management area, and intake.
• If assigned to food services, instruct inmates in safe, hygienic meal preparation per pre‑planned menus.
• Respond to emergencies: search for inmates, administer first aid, carry injured or unconscious offenders, and perform use‑of‑force procedures, including chemical agents and firearms according to policy.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Work overtime when directed.
• Promote positive social skills through modeling and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
• Maintain accountability of staff, inmates, and property; adhere to safety practices.
• Complete other duties as assigned within capabilities as determined by management.

• Health/dental/vision/life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement

High school diploma or equivalent, completion of the basic recruit training course for correctional officers. Must be eligible for or possess a current employment Certificate of Completion for Correctional Officers meeting Florida Department of Law Enforcement standards. Valid Florida driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

Must successfully complete annual in‑service training.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E‑Verify and strives to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

For assistance, contact our staffing department at  or call 801‑693‑2888.

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