CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT - 70028277 1

State of Florida•BONIFAY, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer Lieutenant position is located at Holmes Correctional Institution in Bonifay, Florida (Holmes County). This is an internal promotional opportunity; only current Florida Department of Corrections employees will be considered. The incumbent has regulatory responsibilities under Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code, and supervises Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to security posts on established shifts. The Lieutenant serves as the initial commander during emergencies and functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours. Applicants must apply electronically through the People First system. Paper applications will not be accepted, and incomplete applicant profiles will not be considered. The State of Florida supports a drug-free workplace, and employees are subject to reasonable-suspicion drug testing. Veterans’ Preference applies to eligible candidates for Career Service vacancies.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a citizen of the United States.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have completed the basic recruit training course for correctional officers.
Must 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.
Must be a current Florida Department of Corrections employee to be considered for this internal promotional opportunity.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and coordinate the activities of Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift.
Delegate post and other duty assignments, coordinate leave use, ensure accurate attendance and leave reports, and maintain appropriate security coverage.
Counsel staff, identify problem areas, provide instructions or additional duties, and take or recommend disciplinary action as authorized.
Supervise contraband searches and conduct daily inspections of buildings and grounds, including inspections for security and sanitation concerns.
Observe officers’ performance, conduct performance evaluations, schedule or coordinate subordinate training, and provide ongoing training in security procedures.
Supervise and coordinate authorized body cavity searches and authorize non-emergency use-of-force applications as permitted by DC Rule 33-3.0065(3).
Supervise inmates according to their level of risk, manage housing areas, enforce rules and sanitation standards, conduct head counts, and maintain custody and control.
Transport inmates using approved restraints and applicable laws, policies, and procedures; escort inmates within the secured perimeter and maintain custody during appointments outside it.
Respond to crises, including restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending people against attack, and preventing escapes using approved force, restraints, or other methods.
Provide emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters, and accidents, including CPR, first aid, evacuation procedures, and securing inmates or areas.
Conduct inspections and visual and audio surveillance of people, property, vehicles, buildings, and outdoor areas.
Physically check doors, windows, gates, barred sections, fences, and other areas to ensure security.
Attend mandatory and other training and perform other related duties as required.