What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Officer Trainee position at Gainesville Work Camp?
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ABOUT FDC:
The Florida Department of Corrections is the 3rd largest state prison system in the country with over 150 facilities statewide and more than 22,000 staff members it’s the state’s largest agency. Becoming a correctional officer with FDC means you are joining a family of hardworking men and women who are dedicated to ensuring public safety throughout Florida.
Once you join the FDC, there are many career advancement opportunities that progress from entry level as a Correctional Officer to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major and Colonel. From there, management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers can join special teams such as Rapid Response Teams, Crisis Response Team, Interdiction Units, K-9 Units, and many other special team opportunities.
COMPENSATION: $22 Hourly as a Trainee, $23.14 Hourly as a Certified Correctional Officer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Be at least 18 years of age (no maximum age restriction)
- Be a United States Citizen
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Possess a valid driver’s license
- Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, nor have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
- Pass a medical examination and drug test.
- Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
BENEFITS:
- Paid Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay
- Paid Training
- Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Prescription Drug benefits.
- Dental, Vision, and Other Supplemental Plans (Disability, Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization, Intensive Care)
- Deferred Compensation Plan (457B)
- Tuition Waiver Program
- Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)
- “Special Risk” Retirement Multiplier
- Annual Uniform Allowance
- Retirees may be considered for re-employment with FDC after six calendar months and will receive both salary and retirement benefits
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Visit: http://fldocjobs.com/ for additional information about working for the Florida Department of Corrections.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $23