TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) has announced hiring incentives totaling up to $6,000 for new correctional officers at select institutions across the state.
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According to FDC, a $5,000 hiring bonus is now available at 15 institutions, including Northwest Florida Reception Center in Chipley. The bonus is added to the existing $1,000 new-hire incentive already offered at 18 institutions.
“Thanks to Governor DeSantis’ continued support of public safety, we can continue to provide incentives to those seeking a meaningful career in public safety,” said Florida Department of Corrections Assistant Deputy Secretary of Institutions Hope Gartman.
“There has never been a better time to join our Agency and serve the great state of Florida through a career in corrections. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a new direction, our Agency offers stability, purpose, and the resources needed to succeed.”
FDC reports that correctional officers start at $22 an hour and receive paid training, high-risk retirement benefits, advancement opportunities, and a full State of Florida benefits package.
Once certified by the FDC Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission, new hires are eligible for the following bonuses:
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Institutions offering both the $1,000 and $5,000 bonuses:
— Apalachee CI (Sneads)
— Columbia CI (Lake City)
— Florida State Prison (Raiford)
— Franklin CI (Carrabelle)
— Gulf CI (Wewahitchka)
— Hamilton CI (Jasper)
— Jackson CI (Malone)
— Liberty CI (Bristol)
— Northwest Florida Reception Center (Chipley)
— Okeechobee CI (Okeechobee)
— Taylor CI (Perry)
— Union CI (Starke)
— Wakulla CI (Crawfordville)
Institutions offering only the $1,000 bonus:
— Calhoun CI (Blountstown)
— Dade CI (Florida City)
— Mayo CI (Mayo)
— Santa Rosa CI (Milton)
Institutions offering only the $5,000 bonus:
— Reception and Medical Center (Lake Butler)
— Suwannee CI (Live Oak)
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FDC encourages those interested in careers in corrections to visit FLDOCJOBS.com. Additional information is available by contacting Media@FDC.MyFlorida.com.
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