CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT - 70044583

State of Florida•BRISTOL, FL

2d•$59,624•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Officer Lieutenant position is at Liberty Correctional Institution in Bristol, Florida. This is an internal promotional opportunity; only current Florida Department of Corrections employees will be considered. The position has regulatory responsibilities under Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code, and involves supervising Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to security posts across 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. Incomplete applicant profiles will not be considered. Salary is at least $59,623.72 annually and will be 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 and 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 three fiscal years.
Must be a current Florida Department of Corrections employee; only current employees will be considered for this internal promotional opportunity.
Applicants must complete their People First applicant profile with current and previous employment, training, and education; incomplete profiles will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and coordinate the activities of Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift.
Delegate post and duty assignments, coordinate leave use, ensure accurate attendance and leave reports, and work with employees to maintain security coverage.
Counsel staff about problem areas and additional duties or instructions; take or recommend disciplinary action as authorized.
Supervise contraband searches and conduct daily inspections of buildings and grounds, including inspections for security concerns and sanitation standards.
Observe officers’ performance throughout the institution and conduct performance evaluations.
Schedule or coordinate training programs and provide ongoing training to subordinate staff in security procedures.
Supervise and coordinate body cavity searches when authorized by the Warden, Assistant Warden, or Chief Correctional Officer.
Authorize non-emergency applications of use of force in accordance with DC Rule 33-3.0065(3).
Supervise inmates according to their 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 head counts; maintain custody and control at appointments outside the secured perimeter; and escort inmates within it.
Perform crisis intervention, including restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending people against attacks, preventing escapes, and using approved force or restraints.
Provide emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters, and accidents, including CPR, first aid, evacuation procedures, and securing inmates or areas.
Inspect and conduct 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.
Perform other related duties as required.