Non-Certified Corr Officer Trainee

Overview

Orange County Government seeks highly motivated candidates for the position of Non‑Certified Correctional Officer Trainee. This paid Trainee/Academy Recruit Position is for applicants who are not certified as a Correctional Officer in the State of Florida. Successful candidates will be sponsored to attend Basic Corrections Academy to become a Certified Correctional Officer.

Participates in training activities associated with preparing for the Florida State certification examination for Correctional Officer.

• Attends and participates in the Corrections Academy at Valencia College Criminal Justice Institute.
• Complete a 12‑week comprehensive course covering requirements to become a certified correctional officer.
• Perform physical training activities such as running, climbing, crawling, push‑ups, sit‑ups, and vertical leap associated with correctional officer training.
• Attend, participate, and complete Florida Department of Law Enforcement Standards Certification classes.
• When not engaged in academy courses, perform various duties under the supervision of a Correctional Corporal or Sergeant.
• Work all shifts, weekends, and holidays; hours may be 8, 10, or 12 depending on assignment.
• May perform supervised Correctional Officer duties with inmate contact.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Florida driver’s license within thirty days of hire.
• Complete correctional officer certification within six months of starting an academy.
• At least 19 years of age and a United States citizen.
• No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.

Open Date:
January 30, 2026

Close Date:
April 16, 2026

Pay Grade: 552 – $28.25 to $33.92 per hour.

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt. Placement based on education and experience.

• 10 paid holidays and up to 1 floating holiday annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days paid sick (TERM) time annually.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and additional life insurance.
• Basic life, long‑term disability, and employee assistance for all family members effective day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program with counseling and online tools.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching (dietician and nurse).
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

• No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statements.
• No convictions of perjury or false statements after July 1, 1981.
• No felony within three years of application.
• No domestic violence convictions or plea bargains.
• No possession or use of marijuana within the past year.
• No possession or use of other controlled substances within the past three years.
• No involvement in illegal sale or trafficking of controlled substances.
• No recent job discharge within the last year.
• No written reprimand or greater within six months of application.
• No five or more traffic convictions, except parking tickets.

All selected applicants must successfully complete a Level 2 background check, including polygraph, psychological assessment, and fingerprints.

Employees must conceal tattoos or body ornamentation that are offensive or prohibited per department policy. Dental ornamentation is restricted as described.