CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1
Date: Jun 30, 2026
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Requisition No: 878810
Agency: Department of Corrections
Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 70011111
Salary: $22/HR
Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2026
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
We Never Walk Alone
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER (STATEWIDE)
OPEN COMPETITIVE
This is a statewide advertisement for multiple vacancies. You will be able to select your preferred work location in the Security Background Questionnaire. No experience necessary; all training is provided.
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, many career advancement opportunities are available, from an entry-level Correctional Officer to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Colonel. From there, management positions include Assistant Wardens and Wardens. Correctional Officers can also join special teams such as Rapid Response, Crisis Response, 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
Must not have any felony convictions, misdemeanors involving perjury or false statement, or dishonorable discharge from U.S. military service. 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 (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/work\and\life/additional\benefits/paid\leave\of\absence/annual\leave) , Sick Leave (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/work\and\life/additional\benefits/paid\leave\of\absence/sick\leave) , and Holiday Pay (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/work\and\life/additional_benefits/holidays)
Health Insurance , Life Insurance (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/life\insurance\plans) , and Prescription Drug (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/prescription\drug\plan) benefits.
Dental (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/dental\insurance\plans) , Vision (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/vision\insurance\plan) , and Other Supplemental Plans (Disability, Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization, Intensive Care) (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/myhealth/other\supplemental\plans)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457B)
Tuition Waiver Program (https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/work\and\life/additional\benefits/state\tuition_waiver)
Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)
"Special Risk" Class Retirement Multiplier
Annual Uniform Allowance
Annual salary additive for Broward, Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie counties.
Retirees may be considered for re-employment with FDC after six calendar months and will receive both salary and retirement benefits
By applying to this advertisement, you are expressly agreeing to receive text messages from the Florida Department of Corrections about your application.To be considered for the position, you must complete both steps below.
NEXT STEPS TO BECOMING A CORRECTIONAL OFFICER:
Step 1 - Complete the State of Florida application. (Click "Apply Now" on this page.)
Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire, which authorizes the agency to complete a background check (If you have not already completed Step 2, you will be texted and emailed a link within one business day after completing Step 1.)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Visit: https://www.fldocjobs.com/correctional-officer/ for additional information about the position as well as hiring bonuses available at select locations.
You may also contact the Florida Department of Corrections Statewide Recruitment Center at 866-562-3362 for assistance with the application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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 (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32315 BRANDON, FL, US, 33511 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32221 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32608 MIAMI, FL, US, 33166 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32810 SNEADS, FL, US, 32460 BUSHNELL, FL, US, 33513 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834 CENTURY, FL, US, 32535 PERRY, FL, US, 32347 LAKE BUTLER, FL, US, 32054 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34604 MILTON, FL, US, 32583 CROSS CITY, FL, US, 32628 ZEPHYRHILLS, FL, US, 33541 MIAMI, FL, US, 33169 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32833 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32514 WEWAHITCHKA, FL, US, 32465 MADISON, FL, US, 32340 EAST PALATKA, FL, US, 32131 MIAMI, FL, US, 33176 MIAMI, FL, US, 33178 BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321 MIAMI, FL, US, 33174 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32202 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 MONTICELLO, FL, US, 32344 HAVANA, FL, US, 32333 FLORIDA CITY, FL, US, 33034 NAVARRE, FL, US, 32566 ALTHA, FL, US, 32421 CLERMONT, FL, US, 34715 BRANFORD, FL, US, 32008 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32224 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 BRONSON, FL, US, 32621 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34266 MAYO, FL, US, 32066 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32609 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32326 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32808 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 LABELLE, FL, US, 33975 AVON PARK, FL, US, 33825 OCALA, FL, US, 34479 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32827 CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32209 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32819 JASPER, FL, US, 32052 TRENTON, FL, US, 32693 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32807 PUNTA GORDA, FL, US, 33955 BONIFAY, FL, US, 32425 RAIFORD, FL, US, 32083 MIAMI, FL, US, 33177 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33902 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 LAWTEY, FL, US, 32058 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407 DORAL, FL, US, 33166 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32219 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 BLOUNTSTOWN, FL, US, 32424 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32641 SANDERSON, FL, US, 32087 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34972 OCALA, FL, US, 34482 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32601 INDIANTOWN, FL, US, 34956 EDGEWATER, FL, US, 32141 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32615 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32259 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 IMMOKALEE, FL, US, 34142 CARRABELLE, FL, US, 32322 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32405 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32611 CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, US, 32327 MALONE, FL, US, 32445 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32831 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32835 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34974 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307
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