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Security / Correctional Officer

Date Posted: Sep 09, 2026
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    Location Valdosta, South Georgia, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Dec 10, 2026

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCome join the Florida Department Corrections in a rewarding career as a Correctional Officer.No prior experience is necessary, all training is provided and paid. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a new career and a change away from security jobs, the construction industry, warehouse work and those with other similar work history.Compensation: $48,620.00/ $22 an hour.Correctional Officers are responsible for the supervision, care, custody, control and physical restraint, when necessary, of inmates in a Correctional Institution or facility.Career opportunities for growth, development and promotion:Correctional OfficerCorrectional Officer SergeantCorrectional Officer LieutenantCorrectional Officer CaptainCorrectional Officer MajorCorrectional Officer ColonelAssistant WardenWardenBenefits: Paid vacation, sick leave and holidaysComprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefitsSupplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insuranceTuition-Free college courses457 Tax Deferred Retirement PlanCorrectional Officers may also qualify for additional benefits:"Special Risk" Retirement benefitsCriminal Justice Incentive Pay up to $1,560.00 annually ($130.00 per month)Annual uniform and shoe allowance of $325.00Annual salary additive of approximately $1,200 when employed in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, or St. Lucie countiesAnnual salary additive of approximately $2,500 when employed in Palm Beach, Broward, Dade or Monroe counties.Qualifications:Be at least 18 years of age (no age limit)Be a United States CitizenPossess a high school diploma or equivalentPossess a valid driver's licensePass a drug test and physical examinationPass 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.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 a 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 for additional information about working for the Florida Department of Corrections. You may also contact Mayo Correctional Institution at for assistance with your application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

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