CORRECTIONAL OFFICER LIEUTENANT

Correctional Officer LieutenantThis is an internal promotional opportunity only. Only current Florida Department of Corrections employees will be considered. Salary will be determined in accordance with current pay procedures. Correctional Officer Lieutenant vacancy located at South Florida Reception Center (SFRC) in Doral, Florida (Miami-Dade County).Minimum Qualifications:Must be at least 18 years of ageBe a citizen of the United StatesMust have a High School Diploma or equivalentMust have completed the basic recruit training course for correctional officers and have one year of experience as a certified officer with the State of FloridaMust not have received a suspension within the past 12 monthsMust not have received an involuntary demotion within the past 24 monthsMust not have received less than a 3.00 rating on a performance evaluation within the past 3 fiscal yearsSpecific Duties and Responsibilities:Plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of all Correctional Officers and Correctional Officer Sergeants assigned to a shift.Delegates post assignments, specific duty assignments, coordinates leave use and ensures accurate completion of attendance and leave reports.Works with employees to ensure proper security coverage.Conducts periodic individual counseling with staff to outline problem areas and to give additional duties or instructions.May take or recommend non-appealable disciplinary action or recommend appealable disciplinary action to higher level management.Supervises searches for contraband and makes daily inspections of buildings and grounds.Inspects physical plant for security concerns and to maintain proper sanitation standards.Circulates throughout institution observing officers' performance.Conducts performance evaluations.Schedules and/or coordinates training programs for subordinates.Conducts continuous training of subordinate staff in security procedures.Supervises and coordinates body cavity searches as authorized by the Warden, Assistant Warden or Chief Correctional Officer.Authorizes non-emergency applications of use of force per DC Rule 33-3.0065(3).Supervises inmates at the level of risk they present.Manages inmate housing areas, enforces rules and sanitation standards.Transports inmates using approved restraints and observing relevant laws, policies and procedures.Conducts accurate head counts, maintains custody and control over inmates at appointments outside the secured perimeter and escorts inmates within the secured perimeter.Performs crisis intervention functions to include, but not limited to restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods.Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include, but not limited to, CPR, first aid, implementation of evacuation procedures, security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation.Conducts inspections and visual and audio surveillance of persons, property, vehicles, building and outdoor areas.Physically checks doors, windows, gates, barred sections, fences and other areas to ensure proper security.Attends mandatory and other training.Performs other related duties as required.Location: Doral, FL, US, 33126