Physician (Chief Psychiatrist)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Department of Justice

📍 Springfield, Missouri 💰 $145000 – $335000/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Department: Department of Justice
Location: Springfield, Missouri
Salary: $145000 – $335000/yr
Hiring Path: Fed Transition
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Other
Date Posted: 2026-09-23
Application Deadline: 2026-09-30

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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

Serves as the Chief Psychiatrist at a Federal Medical Center (FMC) or a designated Long-Term Care Facility for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Responsible for overseeing the delivery of professional mental health care services for federal prisoners and consultative services via BOP telehealth network to assigned facilities. Leads, directs, supervises and participates in and oversees the functioning and growth of the Psychiatric Department.

Provides clinical and administrative supervision to consultant physicians in the area of mental health. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and is performed on a regular and recurring basis.

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 $145000 – $335000/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

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