CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT - 70017847

State of Florida•Madison, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer Lieutenant is an internal promotional position with the Florida Department of Corrections at Madison Correctional Institution in Madison, Florida. Only current FDC employees will be considered. The lieutenant supervises Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to security posts across established shifts, serves as the initial commander during emergencies, and functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours. The posting also states that the position is located at Gadsden Re-Entry Correctional Institution; this conflicts with the Madison Correctional Institution location stated elsewhere in the announcement. The role involves coordinating shift operations and staff assignments, maintaining security and sanitation, training and evaluating staff, supervising inmate custody and movement, and responding to emergencies. The incumbent has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code. Salary is a minimum of $59,623.72 annually, determined in accordance with current pay procedures.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
United States citizenship.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of the basic recruit training course for correctional officers.
At least 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 a performance evaluation rating below 3.00 within the past three 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, and ensure accurate attendance and leave reports.
Ensure appropriate security coverage and counsel staff on performance issues, problem areas, duties, and instructions.
Take or recommend non-appealable disciplinary action or recommend appealable disciplinary action to higher-level management.
Supervise contraband searches and conduct daily inspections of buildings and grounds.
Inspect the physical plant for security concerns and sanitation standards, and circulate through the institution to observe officer performance.
Conduct performance evaluations and schedule or coordinate training programs for subordinates.
Provide continuous training to subordinate staff in security procedures.
Supervise and coordinate authorized body cavity searches.
Authorize non-emergency applications of use of force in accordance with DC Rule 33-3.0065(3).
Supervise inmates according to their assessed level of risk, manage inmate housing areas, and enforce rules and sanitation standards.
Transport inmates using approved restraints and applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
Conduct accurate head counts and maintain custody and control of inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter; escort inmates within the secured perimeter.
Perform crisis intervention, 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 for security.
Attend mandatory and other training.
Perform other related duties as required.