Correctional Officer Statewide

Position: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1
Location: Tallahassee

Overview

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is the 3rd largest state prison system with over 150 facilities and more than 22,000 staff. A correctional officer at FDC is part of a dedicated team focused on public safety throughout Florida. Career advancement opportunities progress from entry‑level Correctional Officer to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major, and Colonel, with management positions including Assistant Wardens and Wardens.

Officers may also join special teams such as Rapid Response, Crisis Response, Interdiction, K‑9, and other specialty units.

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)
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Not have been convicted of any felony or 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 contend ere to or is found guilty of a felony or 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.
• Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)
• 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.

Next Steps to Becoming a Correctional Officer

• Complete the State of Florida application. (Click “Apply Now” on this page.)
• Submit a Security Background Questionnaire, which authorizes the agency to complete a background check. You will receive a text and email link within one business day after completing the above steps.

Location

Florida – multiple facilities throughout the state. For a full list, visit our website.

Additional Information

Visit for additional information about working for the Florida Department of Corrections.

Contact

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at  Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. You may also contact the Florida Department of Corrections Statewide Recruitment Center at 866‑562‑3362.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Americans with Disabilities Act – Reasonable Accommodation

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the 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.

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 the character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) and 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.

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