The Escambia County Corrections Department is proud to announce that nine new Corrections Officers will be joining the department after successfully graduating from George Stone Criminal Justice Training Center Corrections Academy #131.
The officer trainees graduated from the George Stone Criminal Justice Training Center on Thursday, Sept. 3, after completing a rigorous 445-hour training program designed to prepare them for a career in corrections.
New graduates joining the department include:
Over the course of three months, the trainees underwent an intensive curriculum that combined physical training, academic studies, and hands-on certifications. The program covered various high-liability topics, including defensive tactics, firearms, and CPR/first aid.
Escambia County Corrections Commander Scott Nash highlighted the importance of preparing the next generation of officers.
"We are very proud of these new graduates, and we are excited to welcome them to the Escambia County Corrections team," Commander Nash said. "Their dedication to public safety strengthens our agency, and we look forward to watching them grow in their careers."
To further encourage qualified individuals to pursue careers in Corrections, Escambia County Corrections is offering sign-on bonuses for certified corrections officers and officer trainees. Certified Corrections Officers are eligible for an $8,000 sign-on bonus, and officer trainees who want to join the George Stone Corrections Academy and become certified are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus, plus a paid scholarship to attend the Corrections Academy.
To learn more and apply, visit MyEscambia.com/careers.
Nine new Corrections Officers will be joining Escambia County Corrections after successfully graduating from George Stone Criminal Justice Training Center Class #131.
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