TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is pleased to announce a $5,000 hiring bonus offered at 15 correctional institutions across the state. The hiring bonus adds to the numerous incentives and benefits of becoming a state correctional officer with FDC. The 18 institutions already offering a $1,000 bonus include the $5,000 hiring bonus as an added incentive

“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 correctional officers start at $22 an hour and receive paid training, high-risk retirement benefits, ample opportunities for career advancement, as well as the array of comprehensive benefits offered to State of Florida employees.

Once certified by FDC Criminal Justice Standards & Training Commission, new FDC correctional officers are eligible to receive bonuses at the following institutions:

Apalachee CI (Sneads), Calhoun CI (Blountstown), Columbia CI (Lake City), Dade CI (Florida City), Florida State Prison (Raiford), Franklin CI (Carabelle), Gulf CI (Wewahitchka), Hamilton CI (Jasper), Jackson CI (Malone), Liberty CI (Mayo), Northwest Florida Reception Center (Chipley), Okeechobee CI (Okeechobee), Reception and Medical Center (Lake Butler), Santa Rosa CI (Milton), Suwannee CI (Live Oak), Taylor CI (Perry), Union CI (Starke), and Wakulla CI (Crawfordville).

To learn more about FDC’s career opportunities, visit FLDOCJOBS.com.