CORRECTIONAL OFFICER CAPTAIN - 70046035

Requisition No: 874891 

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER CAPTAIN - 70046035

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 70046035 

Salary:  $65,585.26 (Minimum Annually) 

Posting Closing Date: 05/08/2026 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

Facility: Regional Director’s Office (Region I - Institutions)

This is an internal Lateral opportunity for FDC Correctional Officer Captains and a Promotional opportunity for current Correctional Officer Lieutenants 

Salary will be determined in accordance with current pay procedures.

Correctional Officer Captain (Regional Recruiter) vacancy located at:

Region I Office

TBD, Florida (TBD County) Quincy, Florida

The position requires up to 75% travel.

Current Correctional Officer Captain interested in a lateral action transfer must apply for this vacancy using the People First system and attach a completed Request for Lateral Action, DC2-830 (Revised 03/13/19) form to this submission. If you are unable to attach your DC2-830 form with your application submission, you may fax your request to (850) 487-1718 or e-mail to lanisha.melton@fdc.myflorida.com

Employees interested in this promotional opportunity must apply for this vacancy using the People First system. No paper applications will be accepted.

Applications will be accepted electronically until 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Applicants are responsible for providing the following information on their applicant profile:  current employment, previous employment, training, and education. 

Incomplete profiles will not be considered.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age,
• 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 and 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.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent in this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, Florida Administrative Code.

The Officer assigned to this position has the responsibility of supervising Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to any security post on any of the established shifts. This position serves as the initial Commander during emergency situations. Also plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of all Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Delegates post assignments, specific duty assignments, coordinates leave use and ensures accurate completion of attendance and leave reports. Works with lead officers to ensure proper security coverage. Conducts periodic individual counseling with staff to outline problem areas and give additional duties or instructions.

Supervises searches for contraband and makes daily inspections of buildings and grounds. Inspects physical plant for security concerns and to maintain proper sanitation standards. Functions as facility manager during non-administrative hours.

Circulates throughout institution observing employees’ performance. Conducts performance evaluations. Schedules and/or coordinates training programs for subordinates. Conducts continuous training of subordinate staff in security procedures and performance. Takes and recommends non-appealable disciplinary action and recommends appealable disciplinary action to higher level management.

Supervises and coordinates body cavity searches as authorized by the Warden. Authorizes non-emergency applications of use of force. Supervises inmates commensurate with the level of risk they present. Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards. Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures. Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter. Inventories personal property and issues receipts.

Performs crisis intervention functions to include but not limited to subduing violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, or preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods. Maintains facility security. This includes performing contraband searches of either male or female inmates and other persons (both clothed and unclothed). This will include the visual inspection of body cavities and possible exposure to body fluids.

Observes inmate behavior to identify inmates exhibiting mental or emotional disorders, using counseling techniques or referral action as outlined in written policies or guidelines.

Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include but not limited to CPR, first aid, apprehension of escaping or escaped inmates, implementation of evacuation procedures, security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation.

Conducts inspections and visual and audio surveillance of persons, property, vehicles, building and outdoor areas. Physically checks doors, windows, gates, barred sections, fences and other areas to ensure proper security. Must have good observational skills.

Maintains proper inventory records. Issues and receives property and equipment.

Attends mandatory and other training.

Performs other related duties as required.

If you have any questions regarding this vacancy, please contact SSU Promotions at (850) 717-3771.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties applying online, please contact the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.

***Specific Duties For Recruiter***

• Oversees Correctional Officers and/or Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned as the institutional recruiter of the designated region. 

• Plan, organize and coordinate activities of recruitment e.g. job fairs, hiring events.

• Gather data from recruiters to review and analyze vacancy rates and the applicant flow at institutions.

• Thorough knowledge of the recruitment process to include SharePoint, PATs (Personnel Applicant Tracking System) and SimpliGov.

• Communicate and conduct periodic institutional visits with the recruiter and/or warden.

• Conducts periodic visits to the Basic Recruit Classes to include graduation ceremonies.

• Represent the department to network with local High Schools, Community Colleges, Universities, and any work force agencies.

• Performs other duties as required by the Regional or Assistant Regional Director.

• Attend mandatory and other training as required.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.