CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICER STATEWIDE

CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICER STATEWIDE

Date : Oct 25, 2025

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Requisition No : 855765

Agency : Department of Corrections

Working Title : CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICER STATEWIDE

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number : 70022222

Salary : $22 / HR

Posting Closing Date : 12 / 31 / 2025

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

We Never Walk Alone

ADVERTISING TITLE : CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICER (STATEWIDE AD)

OPEN COMPETITIVE

This is a statewide advertisement for multiple vacancies. You will be able to select your preferred work location in the Security Background Questionnaire. No experience necessary; all training is provided.

ABOUT FDC :

The Florida Department of Corrections is the 3rd largest state prison system in the country with over 150 facilities statewide and more than 22,000 staff members it’s the state’s largest agency. Becoming a correctional officer with FDC means you are joining a family of hardworking men and women who are dedicated to ensuring public safety throughout Florida.

Correctional Probation Officers (CPOs) are essential to public safety and the rehabilitation of offenders in the communities they serve. CPOs are trained professionals responsible for investigating, supervising, counseling, assessing, and / or classifying offenders.

COMPENSATION : $22 / HR

CPOs receive an additional salary additive of $2,739.88 annually for Competitive Area Differential (CAD) while assigned to Palm Beach, Dade and / or Broward county; approximately $1,700.00 annually while assigned to Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and / or St. Lucie county; and approximately $7,739.88 annually while assigned to Monroe County.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Be at least 19 years of age.

Be a citizen of the United States notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary.

Have a valid driver’s license.

Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, nor have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.

Pass a medical examination and drug test.

Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation.

BENEFITS :

Paid Annual Leave () , Sick Leave () , and Holiday Pay ()

Health Insurance , Life Insurance () , and Prescription Drug () benefits.

Dental () , Vision () , and Other Supplemental Plans (Disability, Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization, Intensive Care) ()

Deferred Compensation Plan (457B)

Tuition Waiver Program ()

Criminal Justice Incentive Program (CJIP)

“Special Risk” Retirement Multiplier

Annual Uniform Allowance

Flexible Schedules

Annual salary additive for Broward, Dade, Indian River, Martin, Monroe, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, or St. Lucie counties.

Retirees may be considered for re-employment with FDC after six calendar months and will receive both salary and retirement benefits

By applying to this advertisement, you are expressly agreeing to receive text messages from the Florida Department of Corrections about your application.

NEXT STEPS TO BECOMING A CORRECTIONAL PROBATION OFFICER :

Step 1 - Complete the State of Florida application. (Click “Apply Now” on this page.)

Step 2 - Submit a Security Background Questionnaire that authorizes the agency to complete a background check (You will be texted and / or emailed a link within one business day after completing the above steps.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Click here to view the Circuit and Regional Office Map () . You may click the individual circuits to view general information, circuit office locations, leadership, and contact information.

Visit for more information regarding FDC Probation Careers.

You may also contact the Florida Department of Corrections Statewide Recruitment Center at 866-562-3362 for assistance with the application process. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here () . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and / or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere () . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location :

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Nearest Major Market : Tallahassee