Corrections Deputy (Certified)

Sarasota, FL
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office

Salary: $72,882.00 – $79,571.00 Annually.

Closing Date: 6/30/2024.

Essential Functions:

  • The corrections deputy will be responsible for a wide variety of duties including, but not limited to, care, custody, and control of inmates; assist and facilitate access in rehabilitation, recovery, and reentry of inmates;
  • Escorting inmates to and from their housing locations; overseeing various inmate activities to include hospital watches;
  • Controlling and resolving inmate incidents;
  • Conducting searches, monitoring security, and conducting inmate counts; preventing escapes;
  • Participating in facility transports; preparing appropriate reports;
  • Mentoring and counseling inmates;
  • Responding to inmate requests;
  • Responding to emergencies; and
  • Performing any other related duties as needed.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 19 years old.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Must be Florida Corrections Certified.
  • Must have a valid driver license.