CORRECTIONAL OFFICER CAPTAIN - 70043334 1

State of Florida•Live Oak, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer Captain position is located at Suwannee Correctional Institution in Live Oak, Florida. This internal promotional opportunity is open only to current Florida Department of Corrections employees. Probationary Lieutenants are encouraged to apply and may be considered. The incumbent has regulatory responsibilities under Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code. The Captain supervises Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to security posts across established shifts, plans and coordinates shift activities, and serves as the initial commander during emergencies. The role includes coordinating security coverage and staffing, overseeing inmate custody and facility security, managing staff performance and training, and responding to emergencies. Salary is a minimum of $65,585.26 annually and is determined in accordance with current pay procedures.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a citizen of the United States.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have completed the basic recruit training course for correctional officers and have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State of Florida.
Must not have received a suspension within the past 12 months.
Must not have received an involuntary demotion within the past 24 months.
Must not have received less than a 3.00 rating on a performance evaluation within the past 3 fiscal years.
Good observational skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to security posts and coordinate shift activities.
Serve as the initial commander during emergency situations.
Delegate post and duty assignments, coordinate leave use, ensure accurate attendance and leave reports, and coordinate security coverage with lead officers.
Conduct individual staff counseling, circulate through the institution to observe employee performance, and conduct performance evaluations.
Supervise contraband searches and conduct daily inspections of buildings, grounds, and the physical plant for security and sanitation concerns.
Function as facility manager during non-administrative hours.
Schedule and coordinate subordinate training, provide continuous training in security procedures and performance, and attend mandatory and other training.
Take and recommend non-appealable disciplinary action and recommend appealable disciplinary action to higher-level management.
Supervise and coordinate body cavity searches as authorized by the Warden and authorize non-emergency applications of use of force.
Supervise inmates according to their level of risk; manage housing areas; and enforce rules and sanitation standards.
Transport and escort inmates using approved restraints and applicable laws, policies, and procedures; conduct head counts; and maintain custody and control of inmates inside and outside the secured perimeter.
Inventory inmate personal property, issue receipts, and maintain records for property and equipment issued or received.
Perform crisis intervention, including subduing violent or uncooperative inmates, defending people against attack, and preventing escapes using approved force, restraints, or other methods.
Maintain facility security, including searches of inmates and other persons that may involve visual body-cavity inspection and exposure to body fluids.
Observe inmate behavior for indications of mental or emotional disorders and use counseling or referral procedures as outlined in policy.
Provide emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters, and accidents, including CPR, first aid, apprehension of escaping inmates, evacuations, and securing inmates or areas.
Conduct inspections and visual and audio surveillance of people, property, vehicles, buildings, and outdoor areas; physically check security barriers and areas.
Perform other related duties as required.