Correctional Officer jobs in Boca Raton, FL

Correctional Officer enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Correctional Officer
  • Florida Department of Corrections
  • Stuart, FL FULL_TIME
  • Agency: Department of Corrections – Martin Correctional Institution

    Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

    Compensation:

    • Current Base Pay is $1,490.39 bi-weekly ($38,750 annually)
    • The Legislature just approved another raise!! Starting July 1, 2022 the base salary will go up to $41,600 annually
    • Minimum $4,000 hiring bonus to include:
    • $3,000 new hire bonus for all new correctional officers
    • $1,000 hiring bonus for correctional officers to join high vacancy institutions
    • $1,000 hiring bonus for certified correctional officer applicants
    • Paid Training (full salary and benefits while in the academy)

    This is a continuous advertisement for a Correctional Officer position.

    No prior experience is necessary, all training is provided.

    Correctional Officers are responsible for the supervision, care, custody, control and physical restraint, when necessary, of inmates in a Correctional Institution or facility.

    Under the direction of Secretary, Mark Inch, the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is the 3rd largest state prison system in the country with a budget of 2.4 billion, approximately 97,000 inmates incarcerated and another 167,000 offenders on active community supervision. The DC has 151 facilities and more than 24,000 staff members statewide, making it the State’s largest agency.

    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

    Pass a drug test and physical examination

    Pass a background investigation and fingerprinting, which includes; no felony convictions; no misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement; no misdemeanor conviction of domestic violence.

    Must demonstrate good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.

    Benefits:

    Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

    Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits

    Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance

    Tuition-Free college courses

    457 Tax Deferred Retirement Plan

    Correctional Officers may also qualify for additional benefits:

    "Special Risk" Retirement benefits

    Criminal Justice Incentive Pay up to $1,560.00 annually ($130.00 per month)

    Annual uniform and shoe allowance of $325.00

    Annual salary additive of approximately $1,200 when employed in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, or St. Lucie counties

    Annual salary additive of approximately $2,500 when employed in Palm Beach, Broward, Dade or Monroe counties.

    Below are the next steps to becoming a Correctional Officer:

    Step 1 - Apply in the People First system. (Click “Apply Now” at the top or bottom of this page.)

    Step 2 - Submit an FDC Correctional Officer Supplemental Application and Willingness Questionnaire, DC2-854. (You will be emailed this form the next business day after the online application is submitted.)

    Step 3 - FDC Recruitment Center will begin the process of conducting a Background Screening.

    Note: Consideration as a correctional officer applicant begins upon completion of step 1 and 2.

    Please visit http://www.fldcjobs.com/paths/co/index.html for additional information about working for the Florida Department of Corrections. You may also contact the Florida Department of Corrections Recruitment Center at (850) 717-3000 for assistance with your application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

    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. 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 announcement.'
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    Work Remotely

    • No

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $22.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Referral program
    • Retirement plan
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Holidays
    • Night shift
    • Overtime
    • Weekends as needed

    Education:

    • High school or equivalent (Required)

    License/Certification:

    • Driver's License (Required)

    Shift availability:

    • Day Shift (Preferred)
    • Night Shift (Preferred)
    • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

    Work Location: In person

  • 18 Days Ago

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Correctional officer
  • State of Florida
  • Indiantown, FL FULL_TIME
  • Requisition No : 825583 Agency : Department of Corrections Working Title : CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT - 70014565 Pay Plan : Career Service Position Number : 70014565 Salary : $50,336.00 (Minimum an...
  • 3 Days Ago

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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT
  • The State of Florida
  • Indiantown, FL FULL_TIME
  • Requisition No: 825583 Agency: Department of Corrections Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT - 70014565 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70014565 Salary: $50,336.00 (Minimum annually...
  • 3 Days Ago

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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT - 70014565
  • State of Florida
  • INDIANTOWN, FL FULL_TIME
  • Requisition No: 825583 Agency: Department of Corrections Working Title: CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERGEANT - 70014565 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70014565 Salary: $50,336.00 (Minimum annually...
  • 4 Days Ago

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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER, TEA
  • The GEO Group
  • South Bay, FL FULL_TIME
  • Benefits InformationFull-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: • Paid Time Off• Paid Holidays• 401(k) Matching• Health Insurance• Vis...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Martin Correctional Institution - Correction Officer
  • Florida Department of Corrections
  • Palm, FL CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • The new official bi-weekly rates effective July 1 will be: $22.00 an hour $1,760 biweekly -> 80 hours ($45,760 annually) $1,870 biweekly -> 85 hours ($48,620 annually)Agency: Department of Corrections...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Law Enforcement Officer *UPDATED*
  • Florida Atlantic University
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.f...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Law Enforcement Trainee (2024)
  • City of Coral Springs, FL
  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • Salary : $62,893.00 Annually Location : Coral Springs, FL Job Type: Full-Time, Non Exempt Job Number: 202401416 Departme...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II
  • Vets Hired
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • About the job LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR II Qualifications: Be at least 19 years of age, except that any person employ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Law Enforcement Officer
  • Vets Hired
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • About the job Law Enforcement Officer Summary of Responsibilities Include: Provides safety and security presence for uni...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armed Security Officer-Military or Law Enforcement Experience
  • Cambridge Security Services
  • North Palm Beach, FL
  • Armed Security Officer As a full-time, employee of Cambridge Security, you will be entitled to the following benefits: •...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Officer (U.S. Military, Police or Corrections-Experience Required)
  • Bryant Security
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • We are currently hiring Security Officers with military, police or corrections experience for an unarmed position in Pla...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Adjunct Instructor, Criminal Justice Law Enforcement - (H)
  • Palm Beach State College
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • Job Description Instruct college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline re...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Law Enforcement Officer *UPDATED*
  • Florida Atlantic University
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.f...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 29.1 sq mi (75.4 km2), of which 27.2 sq mi (70.4 km2) of this is land and 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km2) of it (6.63%) is water. Boca Raton is a "principal city" (as defined by the Census Bureau) of the Miami metropolitan area. Approximately 1 sq mi is on the barrier island Deerfield Beach Island (DBI), also colloquially known as Deerfield Cay. Like other South Florida cities, Boca Raton has a water table that does not permit building basements, but there are several high points in the city, such as 4th Avenue which is aptly named "Hig...
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Income Estimation for Correctional Officer jobs
$44,027 to $54,868
Boca Raton, Florida area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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