Sergeant

MTC Corrections•Quincy, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sergeant reports to the designated lieutenant and directly supervises assigned correctional officers. The role is responsible for the custody and discipline of inmates in compliance with American Correctional Association standards, Management & Training Corporation policies, and Florida Department of Corrections and Florida Department of Management Services directives. The Sergeant helps maintain a safe and secure environment while supporting inmates’ treatment and rehabilitation. The position oversees staff and inmates, maintains facility security and accountability, and may serve in areas such as housing, education, intake, and segregation. The Sergeant must respond to emergencies, perform assigned armory and equipment-control duties, complete required documentation, and work overtime when directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience in an adult correctional environment or related field.
Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.
Successfully complete annual in-service training requirements after hire.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise, protect, instruct, train, counsel, and evaluate assigned employees.
Provide for the care, custody, and rule compliance of inmates assigned to a specific work area.
Supervise inmate custody and security, including observation of inmates and inmates assigned to work duty.
Supervise and direct contraband searches, including pat and strip searches.
Transfer and transport inmates by walking or riding in vehicles.
Restrain and secure assaultive inmates as needed.
Read and apply information in inmate records related to inmate health and safety and facility security, and provide relevant information to other personnel.
Supervise the preparation and maintenance of records, forms, and reports.
Perform duties in housing, education, intake, segregation, or other assigned areas.
Respond to emergencies, including searching for inmates, calling for help, administering first aid, carrying injured or unconscious inmates, and using force, chemical agents, or firearms in accordance with policies and regulations.
Comply with applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Work overtime when directed and maintain regular, predictable attendance.
Promote positive social skills by modeling appropriate behavior and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed.
Provide staff with regular feedback on social-skills procedures and intervention techniques.
Maintain accountability for staff, inmates, and property, and adhere to safety practices.
Ensure control and accountability of tools, culinary or medical instruments, and other hazardous devices stored or used in the facility.
Develop and review tracking logs and reports to ensure keys are accounted for.
Maintain records, review logs, and conduct audits to account for facility weapons and ammunition.
Maintain weapons in good condition and request repairs or replacements for weapons, chemical agents, and other assigned armory equipment.
Regularly inspect armory equipment and maintain appropriate records.
Perform other duties as assigned within the incumbent’s capabilities.