Correctional Program Officer (Administrator, Correctional Programs Branch)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
• Department: Department of Justice
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Salary: $169279 – $197200/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Other
• Date Posted: 2026-09-15
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-22

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Job Summary

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for providing direction, guidance and coordination of all activities on a national level with regard to Unit Management, Case Management, Security Designation and Custody Classification, Pretrial Detention, Victim/Witness Program, Inmate Performance Pay and the Central Inmate Monitoring System.

Works in close liaison with the United States District Courts, the District of Columbia Superior Court, all BOP institutions, the United States Parole Commission, United States Attorneys, other divisions of the Department of Justice and various other governmental and non-governmental agencies. Provides services and direction to institution staff.

Involved in a wide range of activities pertaining to the management of inmates committed to the custody of the Attorney General and under the care of the Federal Prison System.

Requirements & Education

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Contact

bop-hrm-hrsc-consolidatedstaffingunit-s@bop.gov · 972-352-4200

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-22.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government