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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1

Pay: $22 per hour
Location: Florida
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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1
Date: Oct 24, 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.

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

Additional information

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

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.

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.)

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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 for assistance with the application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at.
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.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.
. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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

Equal opportunity and legal notices

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our

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 (). 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.

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

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