Correctional Program Specialist (Supervisory Firearms Instructor)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
• Department: Department of Justice
• Location: Leavenworth, Kansas
• Salary: $108173 – $140627/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Other
• Date Posted: 2026-08-27
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-03

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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

Determines specialty training needs for field employees based on mandatory training needs and completion of field-level prerequisites. Functions as a subject matter expert for institutions and regional and central offices regarding students, policies and procedures as they relate to firearms, for both instruction and implementation in the field. Advises institution-level Executive Staff when remedial training will result in extended student stays.

Reviews all training curriculum as it relates to firearms or specialty training. Directs subordinate subject matter experts in area of specialty training conducted at the Staff Training Academy. Chairs or participates in national workgroups regarding advanced training initiatives. Functions as a liaison with Office of Enforcement Operations (OEO) and Office of Emergency Preparedness (OEP) regarding agency procedures.

Recommends new training aids and techniques based on field and academy experience and research for incorporation into academy and institution instruction.

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. If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.

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 $108173 – $140627/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-03.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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