At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact the Central Florida community and shape the future of our children.

Orange County Corrections Department is seeking highly motivated candidates to fill the position of "Non-Certified Correctional Officer Trainee". This is a paid Trainee/Academy Recruit Position for applicants who are NOT certified as a Correctional Officer in the State of Florida. Only those selected candidates who successfully complete the pre-employment process and are hired by the Orange County Corrections Department will be sponsored for the Basic Corrections Academy to become a Certified Correctional Officer.

Please read the entire posting and print a copy for your future reference, as you will need it during the process. Additionally, ensure the phone number and email address on your application is accurate and that it is an email account you check on a daily basis as we will be using this to contact you for various steps in the hiring process.

General Functions

Participates in training activities associated with preparing for the Florida State certification examination for Correctional Officer.

Representative Duties

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

1. Attends and participates in the Basic Corrections Academy at the Valencia College School of Public Safety.
2. The Basic Corrections Academy is a 12-week comprehensive course that covers various courses that satisfy the requirements to become a certified correctional officer.
3. Performs physical training activities such as running, climbing, crawling, push-ups, sit-ups, and vertical leap associated with correctional officer training.
4. Attends, participates, and completes the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Standards Certification classes.
5. When trainees are not actively engaged in academy courses, they will perform various duties under the supervision of a Correctional Corporal or Sergeant.
6. Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays. Work hours may be 8, 10 or 12 hours depending on area of assignment.
7. May perform supervised Correctional Officer duties with inmate contact.
8. Other duties as assigned
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Minimum Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Must be at least 19 years of age and a United States citizen. Must not have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude. Must obtain a correctional officer certification according to Florida Statue 943.131 within six months of starting an academy. Applicants who obtained their certification after July 1, 1993, must also provide results of Florida Officer Certification examination indicating achievement of mastery level.
3. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License
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Application Deadline

Posting Date: May 16, 2024

Closing Date: Posting may close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Correctional Officer Trainees who are not yet certified in the State of Florida are paid $22.27 per hour during their Academy/Training period. Upon successful completion of the Corrections Academy, receiving a passing score on the State Exam, and validation of the Certification Requirements as outlined by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the base salary will increase to $23.44.

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, Florida 32801-1393 or fax to 407-836-0098 (only Veterans’ Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last four digits of your social security number.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USED) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluation (AICE) at your expense.

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Notes

Open Date: 06/14/2024

Close Date: 08/17/2024

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Notes

Open Date: 06/14/2024

Close Date: 08/17/2024

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Notes

Basic Abilities Test (BAT) – Correctional Officer Test Information

BAT is a test required by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Selected. Applicants will be required to submit proof they have taken and passed the BAT in order to continue in the hiring process. The test is available at local colleges such as Seminole College and Valencia College and is taken at the applicant’s expense. If you have taken the CJBAT in the past, then it is valid for four (4) years.

All applicants will be required to participate in the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

The Physical Abilities Test (PAT) consists of a series of physical activities designed to evaluate fitness to perform specific job-related tasks. The battery of job-related field tests is intended to be completed in the fastest possible time and will require effort on the part of the applicant. The test is designed to measure balance, muscular endurance, strength, flexibility, aerobic and anaerobic power and capacity, and fine motor skills.

The PAT minimum fitness standards that candidates are required to successfully perform are:

1. Navigate a 388.66-yard obstacle course, including a 50-foot serpentine run
2. Negotiate a high step hurdle over obstacles approximately 24 inches tall
3. Low crawl
4. Climb through a window 40-inches tall
5. 10-stair ascent and descent
6. 150-pound dummy drag
7. Use a training gun to fire 6 simulated shots with each hand
8. Manipulate a locking mechanism

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