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Job DescriptionPosition: Correctional OfficerLocation: Lecanto, FloridaHourly wage: $18.92 per hourShift: Work any hours, any shift. Positions include armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, and more.We are looking for candidates with a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional and secure setting.ResponsibilitiesMaintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.Perform routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.Supervise inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, work assignments, and all other phases of activity.Deploy weapons or force as necessary to maintain discipline and order.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required.Must complete pre‑service correctional officer training.Must be certified in the discipline of Corrections through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and maintain good standing.Valid driver's license required.Must be able to work any hours and any shift.Minimum age: 18 years.Military service is considered an asset.Additional InformationAuto Req ID: 476902BRMinimum Education: High School/GEDJob Category: SecurityJob Code: Corrections CorrectionsAffiliate Sponsor: Corrections Corporation of America (CCA)#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job DescriptionPosition: Correctional OfficerLocation: Lecanto, FloridaHourly wage: $18.92 per hourShift: Work any hours, any shift. Positions include armory/key control, housing units, kitchen, medical, visitation, and more.We are looking for candidates with a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional and secure setting.ResponsibilitiesMaintain order and security of inmates in a correctional facility.Perform routine duties in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.Supervise inmates/residents in housing units, at meals, during recreation, work assignments, and all other phases of activity.Deploy weapons or force as necessary to maintain discipline and order.QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required.Must complete pre‑service correctional officer training.Must be certified in the discipline of Corrections through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and maintain good standing.Valid driver's license required.Must be able to work any hours and any shift.Minimum age: 18 years.Military service is considered an asset.Additional InformationAuto Req ID: 476902BRMinimum Education: High School/GEDJob Category: SecurityJob Code: Corrections CorrectionsAffiliate Sponsor: Corrections Corporation of America (CCA)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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