CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1
Date: Aug 27, 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 ( , Sick Leave ( , and Holiday Pay (
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" 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: 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 ( . 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 ( . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32601 POLK CITY, FL, US, 33868 CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, US, 32327 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32326 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32609 MIAMI, FL, US, 33166 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 OCALA, FL, US, 34479 BRANDON, FL, US, 33511 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32611 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32514 BRANFORD, FL, US, 32008 MADISON, FL, US, 32340 SNEADS, FL, US, 32460 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32259 CENTURY, FL, US, 32535 ALTHA, FL, US, 32421 CROSS CITY, FL, US, 32628 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32831 MILTON, FL, US, 32583 MIAMI, FL, US, 33174 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32827 MIAMI, FL, US, 33169 PERRY, FL, US, 32347 HAVANA, FL, US, 32333 ARCADIA, FL, US, 34266 CLERMONT, FL, US, 34715 MONTICELLO, FL, US, 32344 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32807 EDGEWATER, FL, US, 32141 MIAMI, FL, US, 33177 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32615 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32810 MIAMI, FL, US, 33194 TRENTON, FL, US, 32693 MALONE, FL, US, 32445 WEWAHITCHKA, FL, US, 32465 BROOKSVILLE, FL, US, 34604 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32641 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32209 AVON PARK, FL, US, 33825 PUNTA GORDA, FL, US, 33955 INDIANTOWN, FL, US, 34956 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34974 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 ZEPHYRHILLS, FL, US, 33541 CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428 BUSHNELL, FL, US, 33513 IMMOKALEE, FL, US, 34142 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32835 EAST PALATKA, FL, US, 32131 JASPER, FL, US, 32052 LAWTEY, FL, US, 32058 LAKE BUTLER, FL, US, 32054 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 GAINESVILLE, FL, US, 32608 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407 BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321 SANDERSON, FL, US, 32087 DORAL, FL, US, 33166 MAYO, FL, US, 32066 MIAMI, FL, US, 33176 NAVARRE, FL, US, 32566 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32808 OCALA, FL, US, 34482 ALACHUA, FL, US, 32315 LABELLE, FL, US, 33975 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32221 MIAMI, FL, US, 33178 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32219 BOWLING GREEN, FL, US, 33834 LABELLE, FL, US, 33935 FLORIDA CITY, FL, US, 33034 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32819 CARRABELLE, FL, US, 32322 BLOUNTSTOWN, FL, US, 32424 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33902 FORT MYERS, FL, US, 33907 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32224 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32405 BONIFAY, FL, US, 32425 ORLANDO, FL, US, 32833 JACKSONVILLE, FL, US, 32202 BRONSON, FL, US, 32621 OKEECHOBEE, FL, US, 34972 RAIFORD, FL, US, 32083
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