Requisition No: 878810
Agency: Department of Corrections
Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 70011111
Salary: $22/HR
Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2026
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
We Never Walk Alone
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER (STATEWIDE)
**OPEN COMPETITIVE**
This is a statewide advertisement for multiple vacancies. You will be able to select your preferred work location in the Security Background Questionnaire. No experience necessary; all training is provided.
ABOUT FDC:
The 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 Officer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Be at least 18 years of age (no maximum age restriction)
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. 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.
BENEFITS:
Paid Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay
Health 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 Program
Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)
"Special Risk" Class Retirement Multiplier
Annual Uniform Allowance
Annual 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 benefits
By applying to this advertisement, you are expressly agreeing to receive text messages from the Florida Department of Corrections about your application. To be considered for the position, you must complete both steps below.
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.)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Visit: https://www.fldocjobs.com/correctional-officer/ for additional information about the position as well as hiring bonuses available at select locations.
You may also contact the Florida Department of Corrections Statewide Recruitment Center at 866-562-3362 for assistance with the application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant 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 Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant 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 Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 BRANFORD, FL, US, 32008 RAIFORD, FL, US, 32083 BUSHNELL, FL, US, 33513 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 MAYO, FL, US, 32066 TRENTON, FL, US, 32693 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32209 AVON PARK, FL, US, 33825 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 CLERMONT, FL, US, 34715 MALONE, FL, US, 32445 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34974 SANDERSON, FL, US, 32087 HAVANA, FL, US, 32333 LABELLE, FL, US, 33975 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 OCALA, FL, US, 34482 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 PERRY, FL, US, 32347 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34266 MIAMI, FL, US, 33176 SNEADS, FL, US, 32460 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32219 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 OCALA, FL, US, 34479 PUNTA GORDA, FL, US, 33955 MIAMI, FL, US, 33166 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32808 FLORIDA CITY, FL, US, 33034 JASPER, FL, US, 32052 ZEPHYRHILLS, FL, US, 33541 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32315 ALTHA, FL, US, 32421 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32259 MIAMI, FL, US, 33177 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32514 LAWTEY, FL, US, 32058 MIAMI, FL, US, 33178 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32641 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32810 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32807 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33902 EDGEWATER, FL, US, 32141 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32221 BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321 CROSS CITY, FL, US, 32628 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32611 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32615 BONIFAY, FL, US, 32425 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32835 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32609 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32601 MONTICELLO, FL, US, 32344 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32608 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 BRANDON, FL, US, 33511 IMMOKALEE, FL, US, 34142 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32202 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 MIAMI, FL, US, 33169 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34972 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34604 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32326 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32819 BRONSON, FL, US, 32621 EAST PALATKA, FL, US, 32131 MADISON, FL, US, 32340 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32833 CARRABELLE, FL, US, 32322 CENTURY, FL, US, 32535 LAKE BUTLER, FL, US, 32054 CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, US, 32327 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 MIAMI, FL, US, 33174 DORAL, FL, US, 33166 WEWAHITCHKA, FL, US, 32465 INDIANTOWN, FL, US, 34956 BLOUNTSTOWN, FL, US, 32424 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32405 NAVARRE, FL, US, 32566 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32827 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32224 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32831 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407 MILTON, FL, US, 32583 CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834
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