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Requisition No: 878812 

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: OPS CORRECTIONAL OFFICER STATEWIDE 1 1

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 70911111 

Salary:  $22 

Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2026 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

We Never Walk Alone

OPS CORRECTIONAL OFFICER

**OPEN COMPETITIVE**

This is a statewide advertisement for part-time OPS Correctional Officers to fill multiple vacancies. OPS Correctional Officers will be limited to no more than 25.5 hours per week.

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: $22.00 Hourly

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be certified as a Correctional Officer in Florida.
• Must have an active certification in good standing.
• Be at least 18 years of age (no age limit).
• 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.
• Recently Retired? Effective July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; on the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions for working as an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

Note: Part-time OPS (25.5 hours or less) employees are not eligible for personal leave or health 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: https://www.fldocjobs.com/correctional-officer/ for additional information about the position as well as hiring bonuses available at select locations.

You may also contact the Florida Department of Corrections Recruitment Center at 866-562-3362 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., the 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.

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.