CERTIFIED CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

The GEO Group • Milton, FL

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About The Position

The Certified Correctional Officer supervises and monitors inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas. The role coordinates inmate movement, conducts counts, responds to emergencies, helps ensure program activities are safe, supervises labor crews, and conducts shakedowns for contraband. The officer maintains daily inmate logs, including disciplinary reports; provides appropriate assistance to injured, ill, or traumatized individuals; and reports facility maintenance or repair needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Current Correction Certification through FDLE (Florida Department of Law Enforcement).
• Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to handle the physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
• Ability to report to work regularly and on time.
• Ability to remain physically alert on any assigned shift.
• Ability to work up to sixteen hours within a rolling 24-hour period.
• Maturity, flexibility, ability to command the respect and confidence of inmates or detainees and staff, and a high tolerance for mental stress.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or a related field.
• Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity.
• Work experience in a correctional setting.
• May be required to possess a valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate inmate movement, conduct counts, and provide emergency response as needed.
• Ensure program activities remain safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband, individually or with a team, and confiscate prohibited items according to policies and procedures.
• Keep daily logs on inmates, including disciplinary reports.
• Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to individuals who are injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to help keep the facility clean.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED