VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
FDC inmate sentenced for assaulting staff
MADISON, FL - A FDC Inmate was sentenced for assaulting a correctional officer at the Madison Correctional Institution. Release: On September 7, Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) Inmate Llisiah Williams was sentenced to an additional…
FDC honors fallen officers at annual memorial ceremony
TALLAHASSEE - During the annual memorial ceremony, the Florida Department of Corrections honored fallen officers and employees. Release: Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) Secretary Ricky Dixon and leadership gathered to honor fallen officers and employees…
FDC offers $1K hiring incentive for new officers
Release: FDC Announces Hiring Bonuses https://youtu.be/85wFFaGoTSs TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is providing $1,000 bonuses for newly certified correctional officers at select institutions across the state. No experience is necessary to apply,…
FDC looks to improve former inmate job opportunities
Release: FDC and CareerSource Florida Partner to Provide Inmates Valuable Employment Skills TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections and CareerSource Florida are partnering to provide training opportunities to incarcerated individuals which will enable them…
Eight FDC Correctional Institutions Earn Reaccreditation
Press Release: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The American Correctional Association (ACA) reaccredited eight Florida Department of Corrections’ (FDC) correctional institutions during the ACA’s 2020 Summer Conference panel hearings. “Each reaccreditation is further affirmation that Florida’s correctional institutions are…
FDC offers $1K hiring bonus statewide
Release: FDC Announces Hiring Bonuses TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) announces $1,000 hiring bonuses for new hires at institutions statewide. Applicants who complete their correctional officer certification through either FDC or certain…
FDC Honors Correctional Employee Appreciation Week
Release: FDC Recognizes Correctional Employee Appreciation Week TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is pleased to recognize the unwavering commitment of Florida’s correctional professionals by celebrating Correctional Employee Appreciation Week May 3-9, 2020.…
FDC Recognizes National Volunteer Appreciation Week
Release: FDC Recognizes Volunteer Appreciation Week 2020 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is proud to recognize National Volunteer Appreciation Week April 19-25. This week presents an opportunity to honor FDC volunteers for…