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Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
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Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
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Many vacancies in the following locations:
FCI ALICEVILLE
Aliceville, AL
FPC MONTGOMERY
Maxwell AFB, AL
FCI TALLADEGA
Talladega, AL
FCC FORREST CITY
Forrest City, AR
FCI PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ
FCI SAFFORD
Safford, AZ
FCC TUCSON
Tucson, AZ
USP ATWATER
Atwater, CA
FCI HERLONG
Herlong Sierra Ordnance Depot, CA
FCC LOMPOC
Lompoc, CA
MDC LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CA
FCI MENDOTA
Mendota, CA
MCC SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CA
FCC VICTORVILLE
Victorville, CA
FCC FLORENCE
Florence, CO
FCI ENGLEWOOD
Littleton, CO
FCI DANBURY
Danbury, CT
FCC COLEMAN
Coleman, FL
FCI MARIANNA
Marianna, FL
FCI MIAMI
Miami, FL
FDC MIAMI
Miami-Dade County, FL
FCI TALLAHASSEE
Tallahassee, FL
FCI ATLANTA
Atlanta, GA
FCI JESUP
Jesup, GA
FDC HONOLULU
Honolulu, HI
MCC CHICAGO
Chicago, IL
FCI GREENVILLE
Greenville, IL
FCI MARION
Marion, IL
FCI PEKIN
Pekin, IL
FCI THOMSON
Thomson, IL
FCC TERRE HAUTE
Terre Haute, IN
FCI LEAVENWORTH
Leavenworth, KS
FCI ASHLAND
Ashland, KY
USP BIG SANDY
Inez, KY
FMC LEXINGTON
Lexington, KY
FCI MANCHESTER
Manchester, KY
USP MCCREARY
Pine Knot, KY
FCC OAKDALE
Oakdale, LA
FCC POLLOCK
Pollock, LA
Location Negotiable After Selection
FMC DEVENS
Fort Devens, MA
FCI CUMBERLAND
Cumberland, MD
FCI MILAN
Milan, MI
FSL DULUTH
Duluth, MN
FMC ROCHESTER
Rochester, MN
FCI SANDSTONE
Sandstone, MN
FCI WASECA
Waseca, MN
USMCFP SPRINGFIELD
Springfield, MO
FCC YAZOO CITY
Yazoo City, MS
FCC BUTNER
Butner Federal Correctional Complex, NC
FCI BERLIN
Berlin, NH
FCI FAIRTON
Fairton, NJ
FCI FORT DIX
Fort Dix, NJ
MDC BROOKLYN
Kings, NY
FCI OTISVILLE
Otisville, NY
FCI RAY BROOK
Ray Brook, NY
FCI ELKTON
Elkton, OH
FCI EL RENO
El Reno, OK
FTC OKLAHOMA CITY
Oklahoma City, OK
FCI SHERIDAN
Sheridan, OR
FCC ALLENWOOD
Gregg Township, PA
FCI LEWISBURG
Kelly Township, PA
FCI MCKEAN
Lewis Run, PA
FCI LORETTO
Loretto, PA
FCI SCHUYLKILL
Minersville, PA
FDC PHILADELPHIA
Philadelphia, PA
USP CANAAN
Waymart, PA
MDC GUAYNABO
Guaynabo, PR
FCI BENNETTSVILLE
Bennettsville, SC
FCI EDGEFIELD
Edgefield, SC
FCI ESTILL
Estill, SC
FCI WILLIAMSBURG
Salters, SC
FPC YANKTON
Yankton, SD
FCI MEMPHIS
Memphis, TN
FCI BASTROP
Bastrop, TX
FCC BEAUMONT
Beaumont, TX
FPC BRYAN
Bryan, TX
FMC CARSWELL
Federal Medical Center Carswell, TX
FMC FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TX
FDC HOUSTON
Houston, TX
FCI SEAGOVILLE
Seagoville, TX
FCI TEXARKANA
Texarkana, TX
FCI THREE RIVERS
Three Rivers, TX
USP LEE
Jonesville, VA
FCC PETERSBURG
Prince George, VA
FDC SEATAC
Seatac, WA
FCI OXFORD
Grand Marsh, WI
FPC ALDERSON
Alderson, WV
FCI BECKLEY
Beaver, WV
FCC HAZELTON
Bruceton Mills, WV
FCI GILMER
Glenville, WV
FSL MORGANTOWN
Morgantown, WV
FCI MCDOWELL
Welch, WV
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Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $44,902 - $98,113 per year Pay scale & grade
GL 4 - 8
Promotion potential 8
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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Other Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DHA-27-0001 Control number 887123000
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
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Provides supervision, care and correctional treatment of inmates and guidance to lower-graded Correctional Officers. Incumbent is concerned with maintenance of institution security contributing to the health and welfare of the inmates and the promotion of good public relations.
Enforces rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate accountability and inmate conduct to ensure judicial sanctions are carried out and inmates remain in custody. From time to time, may be authorized to carry firearms and to use physical force, including deadly force, to maintain control of inmates.
During institution emergencies or other periods of heavy workload or limited staff, may be required to work long and irregular hours, unusual shifts, Sundays, holidays and unexpected overtime. Information as to operations and procedures is provided by post orders, BOP program statements, local supplements, custodial manual, internal correspondence and staff meetings. Incumbent must be flexible and have a broad knowledge base to use own initiative in the resolution of problem situations.
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Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:
Be rated well-qualified for the position based on the competencies listed above; and submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-qualified is defined as having knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies clearly exceeding the minimum qualification requirements for the vacancy.
EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: U.S Department of Justice - Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
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Qualifications
NOTE: GL-04 applications are not being evaluated at this time. Please ensure your application reflects an eligible grade level if you wish to receive consideration.
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:
Education:
GL-04: Successfully completed education above the high school level in any field may be substituted for general experience at the rate of 30 semester hours for one year of experience.
GL-05: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
GL-06: 9 semester hours or 14 quarter hours of graduate level education in a major study in criminal justice, social science, or other field related to this position.
GL-07: One full academic year of graduate education with major study in criminal justice, social science, or other field related to the position is qualifying for GL-07.
GL-08: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.
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Experience:
GL-04: At least 2 years of full-time general experience, one year of which is equivalent to the GL-03 level in the Federal service.
General experience is defined as progressively responsible work that demonstrates the ability to:
GL-05: At least 3 years of full-time general experience, one year of which was equivalent to the GL-04 grade level. This experience must have demonstrated the aptitude for acquiring the qualifications required for correctional work, and, in addition, demonstrate the possession of personal attributes important to the effectiveness of correctional officers, such as:
For examples of qualifying general experience, please refer to the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section of this announcement.
GL-06: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade. Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled.
Examples of occupations where specialized experience may have been gained:
Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
GL-07: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade. Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled.
Examples of occupations where specialized experience may have been gained:
Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
GL-08: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade. Specialized experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position to be filled. Experience must have been gained in a correctional facility with responsibilities in correctional treatment, care, custody, and control of inmates.
Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
OR
Combination of Education and Experience:
GL-04 Only: Have a combination of education and experience. This experience must have equipped you with the qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above.
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Medical Requirement:
The Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons has established the following medical requirements for Correctional Officer positions:
The duties of these positions involve unusual mental and nervous pressure and require arduous physical exertion involving prolonged walking and standing, restraining of prisoners in emergencies, and participating in escape hunts. Applicants must be physically capable of performing efficiently the duties of these positions and be free from such defects or disease as may constitute employment hazards to themselves or others. The duties of a Correctional Officer are arduous; and sound health as well as physical fitness is required.
If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.
You MUST meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/30/2027.
Your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
Education
See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.
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.
Additional information
The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here.
This announcement is being advertised under an agency specific Direct-Hire Authority approved by OPM for filling vacancies when a severe shortage or critical hiring need exists. Veterans Preference and other Category Rating procedures do not apply to this announcement. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements of the position. The hiring office may interview and select any qualified candidate of their choosing from the qualified pool. See OPM, Direct Hire Authority for more information.
AGE REQUIREMENTS:
Although 5 U.S.C. 3307 established a maximum entry age of 37 for initial appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution, applicants can be considered up to age 39. If you are above the maximum entry age and have prior federal law enforcement coverage, you MUST submit an SF-50 to verify prior coverage.
Qualified Preference Eligible Veterans may be exempt from meeting the maximum age. Refer to the Required Documents Section for the appropriate documentation to submit to validate veteran eligibility.
LENGTH OF ELIGIBILITY:
Eligible applicants will remain on the inventory until the closing date of the announcement. NOTE: This announcement is posted on a yearly cycle. The announcement will EXPIRE on the listed closing date of 09/30/2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. In order to receive consideration for the next cycle, applicants MUST reapply to the new vacancy announcement.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT SECTION:
Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
All applicants are subject to and must satisfactorily pass all screening requirements in relation to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit check.
All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm.
Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
SALARY RANGE:
The salary range for this announcement reflects 2026 Special Rate for Rest of U.S. GL-04/01 $44,902 to highest GL-08/10 San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA, $98,113. See OPMs Special Rates website and search the locality area for which you are applying to for more information.
ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION:
A 15%-50% Recruitment Incentive will be paid to the Selectee(s) who meets the criteria for recruitment bonuses. For more information, visit BOP Incentives.
Retention Incentives may be authorized upon completion of the recruitment service agreement period.
Nonforeign Area Cost-of-Living Allowances (COLA):
There is an 8.64% (of basic pay) Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) authorized for FDC Honolulu, HI, and a 2.49% for MDC Guaynabo, PR. See COLA and Locality Pay Rates in Nonforeign Areas for more information.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the job opportunity announcement closes (at 11:59 pm ET on 09/30/2027 ), your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents) to verify you meet the basic qualifications for the position and grade level selected. Qualified candidates are then referred to the selecting official at their preferred locations for further consideration. The Hiring Official may select any qualified candidate. Veterans preference is not applicable. Applications received under Direct Hire public notice may or may not result in a referral or selection.
When addressing the specialized experience statement, applicants must present evidence of the experience in their resume.
Examples of Qualifying General Experience:
General experience does not need to be in a correctional setting, nor is it expected to be obtained through supervisory experience. Examples include, but are not limited to:
General experience may also have been gained in work such as:
The following Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) are required:
GL-04, GL-05, GL-06, GL-07 and GL-08:
To preview the application questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13069721
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
SALARY RANGE:
The salary range for this announcement reflects 2026 Special Rate for Rest of U.S. GL-04/01 $44,902 to highest GL-08/10 San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland, CA, $98,113. See OPMs Special Rates website and search the locality area for which you are applying to for more information.
ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION:
A 15%-50% Recruitment Incentive will be paid to the Selectee(s) who meets the criteria for recruitment bonuses. For more information, visit BOP Incentives.
Retention Incentives may be authorized upon completion of the recruitment service agreement period.
Nonforeign Area Cost-of-Living Allowances (COLA):
There is an 8.64% (of basic pay) Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) authorized for FDC Honolulu, HI, and a 2.49% for MDC Guaynabo, PR. See COLA and Locality Pay Rates in Nonforeign Areas for more information.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents
Required Documents
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Failure to provide legible required documents and/or follow the prescribed format often results in removal from consideration. If uploading documentation, do not identify/save your documents utilizing a special character such as %, #, @, etc. Documentation should be identified/saved as VA Letter, DD-214, or Transcripts.
Veterans Preference Documentation:
Failure to submit all required documents at the time of application will result in the loss of claimed preference eligibility.
DD-214: Veterans MUST provide a DD-214 demonstrating that they have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions (i.e., the individual must have received either an honorable or general discharge).
SF-15: If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the parent of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit:
A completed Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference" andall required documentation identified on the SF-15.
Note: A Department of Veterans Affairs letter must contain the Veterans Name and Combined Service-Connected Evaluation.
For a copy of the most current SF-15, Click Here.
If you are on active duty and expect to be discharged or released from active duty service within 120 days, you may submit a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty from the appropriate Branch Personnel Office containing the following information:
the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and
the character of service (must be an honorable or general discharge); and
any qualifying service/campaign/expeditionary medals
Resume - All Applicants:
You must submit a resume (a two page or less resume is required) that includes your name, contact information, and relevant experience (cover letter optional).Additionally, for each job entry listed in your employment history, you must include:
Experience that would not normally be part of the Federal employees position is creditable when documented by satisfactory evidence of qualifying experience (e.g., a memorandum from the manager, Human Resource Manager, SF-52, MOU, etc.). If providing a memorandum, it must follow the format above AND clearly cite the duties performed.
For more help, visit USAJOBS Help Center - What should I include in my resume?
College Transcripts:
If you are using education to qualify for this position, or education is required, you must submit a transcript containing a school name and student name in addition to full listing of courses, credit earned, grade and grade-point-average, subject area, degree(s) earned, and dates of award (if applicable). Note: If you are selected for this position, official transcripts will be required prior to your first day.
SF-50: If you are a current/former federal government employee, you must provide an unredacted copy of your latest SF-50.
Proof of ICTAP/CTAP Eligibility:
If you are a displaced Federal employee claiming eligibility under CTAP or ICTAP, you must submit:
Professional Certification/License: if applicable.
We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, delays in mail service, applicant application errors, etc.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION PREFERENCES:
In this announcement, you will be required to select at least one preferred duty location. These preferences help us understand your interest, but they cannot be guaranteed. Final duty assignments are determined by the Bureaus staffing needs, availability of positions, and funding. You may receive a final offer for a location outside your stated preferences. By applying, you acknowledge that you may be offered employment at a duty station outside of your preferred duty locations within the Bureau of Prisons and its nationwide mission requirements. To explore available BOP institutions and offices, please visit BOP Locations.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application questionnaire and submit your supporting documentation. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2027 to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
This position may require the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described under the Required Documents section. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for employment.
All required supporting documentation MUST be received by the Staffing Operations Section by 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time on09/30/2027.
If applicable see Notice for Preference Eligible Veterans Applicants
Need Help?
If you need help with USAJOBs or the application process, please see the USAJOBS Help or Application Manager Online Help websites which includes information on managing your account, creating an application, uploading documents, etc.
Reasonable Accommodation: To request reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact National Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator (NRAC) at BOP-HRM-NRAC@bop.gov for assistance.
Agency contact information
Staffing Operations Section
Phone 972-352-4200 Email BOP-HRM-HRSC-ConsolidatedStaffingUnit-s@bop.gov
Next steps
NOTE: This announcement establishes an open continuous public notice. Due to the continuous demand for Correctional Officers, applications are routinely reviewed and referred on an ongoing basis for the duration of the recruitment period.
We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the application process has been completed. Applicants will be notified via e-mail, to the e-mail address registered in USAJOBS. However, you can also see your application status any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account and looking on the "Applications" page. Click the position title to expand the display for each application in the list.
The referral certificate or list of eligibles will be issued to the Hiring Manager for further consideration. Applicants referred on a certificate of eligibles may receive an inquiry as to availability for an interview via e-mail, mail or a telephone inquiry from the Hiring Operations Team. Applicants must contact the Hiring Operations Team to schedule an interview. Failure to contact the Hiring Operations Team may result in a loss of consideration for the position.
We strive to extend a final offer of employment within 80 days from the closing date of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement within 80 days.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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Failure to provide legible required documents and/or follow the prescribed format often results in removal from consideration. If uploading documentation, do not identify/save your documents utilizing a special character such as %, #, @, etc. Documentation should be identified/saved as VA Letter, DD-214, or Transcripts.
Veterans Preference Documentation:
Failure to submit all required documents at the time of application will result in the loss of claimed preference eligibility.
DD-214: Veterans MUST provide a DD-214 demonstrating that they have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions (i.e., the individual must have received either an honorable or general discharge).
SF-15: If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the parent of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit:
A completed Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference" andall required documentation identified on the SF-15.
Note: A Department of Veterans Affairs letter must contain the Veterans Name and Combined Service-Connected Evaluation.
For a copy of the most current SF-15, Click Here.
If you are on active duty and expect to be discharged or released from active duty service within 120 days, you may submit a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty from the appropriate Branch Personnel Office containing the following information:
the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and
the character of service (must be an honorable or general discharge); and
any qualifying service/campaign/expeditionary medals
Resume - All Applicants:
You must submit a resume (a two page or less resume is required) that includes your name, contact information, and relevant experience (cover letter optional).Additionally, for each job entry listed in your employment history, you must include:
Experience that would not normally be part of the Federal employees position is creditable when documented by satisfactory evidence of qualifying experience (e.g., a memorandum from the manager, Human Resource Manager, SF-52, MOU, etc.). If providing a memorandum, it must follow the format above AND clearly cite the duties performed.
For more help, visit USAJOBS Help Center - What should I include in my resume?
College Transcripts:
If you are using education to qualify for this position, or education is required, you must submit a transcript containing a school name and student name in addition to full listing of courses, credit earned, grade and grade-point-average, subject area, degree(s) earned, and dates of award (if applicable). Note: If you are selected for this position, official transcripts will be required prior to your first day.
SF-50: If you are a current/former federal government employee, you must provide an unredacted copy of your latest SF-50.
Proof of ICTAP/CTAP Eligibility:
If you are a displaced Federal employee claiming eligibility under CTAP or ICTAP, you must submit:
Professional Certification/License: if applicable.
We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, delays in mail service, applicant application errors, etc.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION PREFERENCES:
In this announcement, you will be required to select at least one preferred duty location. These preferences help us understand your interest, but they cannot be guaranteed. Final duty assignments are determined by the Bureaus staffing needs, availability of positions, and funding. You may receive a final offer for a location outside your stated preferences. By applying, you acknowledge that you may be offered employment at a duty station outside of your preferred duty locations within the Bureau of Prisons and its nationwide mission requirements. To explore available BOP institutions and offices, please visit BOP Locations.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application questionnaire and submit your supporting documentation. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/30/2027 to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
This position may require the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described under the Required Documents section. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for employment.
All required supporting documentation MUST be received by the Staffing Operations Section by 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time on09/30/2027.
If applicable see Notice for Preference Eligible Veterans Applicants
Need Help?
If you need help with USAJOBs or the application process, please see the USAJOBS Help or Application Manager Online Help websites which includes information on managing your account, creating an application, uploading documents, etc.
Reasonable Accommodation: To request reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact National Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator (NRAC) at BOP-HRM-NRAC@bop.gov for assistance.
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Agency contact information
Staffing Operations Section
Phone 972-352-4200 Email BOP-HRM-HRSC-ConsolidatedStaffingUnit-s@bop.gov
Next steps
NOTE: This announcement establishes an open continuous public notice. Due to the continuous demand for Correctional Officers, applications are routinely reviewed and referred on an ongoing basis for the duration of the recruitment period.
We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the application process has been completed. Applicants will be notified via e-mail, to the e-mail address registered in USAJOBS. However, you can also see your application status any time by logging in to your USAJOBS account and looking on the "Applications" page. Click the position title to expand the display for each application in the list.
The referral certificate or list of eligibles will be issued to the Hiring Manager for further consideration. Applicants referred on a certificate of eligibles may receive an inquiry as to availability for an interview via e-mail, mail or a telephone inquiry from the Hiring Operations Team. Applicants must contact the Hiring Operations Team to schedule an interview. Failure to contact the Hiring Operations Team may result in a loss of consideration for the position.
We strive to extend a final offer of employment within 80 days from the closing date of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement within 80 days.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Additional locations
FCI PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ
FCI SAFFORD
Safford, AZ
FCC TUCSON
Tucson, AZ
USP ATWATER
Atwater, CA
FCI HERLONG
Herlong Sierra Ordnance Depot, CA
FCC LOMPOC
Lompoc, CA
MDC LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CA
FCI MENDOTA
Mendota, CA
MCC SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CA
FCC VICTORVILLE
Victorville, CA
FCC FLORENCE
Florence, CO
FCI ENGLEWOOD
Littleton, CO
FCI DANBURY
Danbury, CT
FCC COLEMAN
Coleman, FL
FCI MARIANNA
Marianna, FL
FCI MIAMI
Miami, FL
FDC MIAMI
Miami-Dade County, FL
FCI TALLAHASSEE
Tallahassee, FL
FCI ATLANTA
Atlanta, GA
FCI JESUP
Jesup, GA
FDC HONOLULU
Honolulu, HI
MCC CHICAGO
Chicago, IL
FCI GREENVILLE
Greenville, IL
FCI MARION
Marion, IL
FCI PEKIN
Pekin, IL
FCI THOMSON
Thomson, IL
FCC TERRE HAUTE
Terre Haute, IN
FCI LEAVENWORTH
Leavenworth, KS
FCI ASHLAND
Ashland, KY
USP BIG SANDY
Inez, KY
FMC LEXINGTON
Lexington, KY
FCI MANCHESTER
Manchester, KY
USP MCCREARY
Pine Knot, KY
FCC OAKDALE
Oakdale, LA
FCC POLLOCK
Pollock, LA
Location Negotiable After Selection
FMC DEVENS
Fort Devens, MA
FCI CUMBERLAND
Cumberland, MD
FCI MILAN
Milan, MI
FSL DULUTH
Duluth, MN
FMC ROCHESTER
Rochester, MN
FCI SANDSTONE
Sandstone, MN
FCI WASECA
Waseca, MN
USMCFP SPRINGFIELD
Springfield, MO
FCC YAZOO CITY
Yazoo City, MS
FCC BUTNER
Butner Federal Correctional Complex, NC
FCI BERLIN
Berlin, NH
FCI FAIRTON
Fairton, NJ
FCI FORT DIX
Fort Dix, NJ
MDC BROOKLYN
Kings, NY
FCI OTISVILLE
Otisville, NY
FCI RAY BROOK
Ray Brook, NY
FCI ELKTON
Elkton, OH
FCI EL RENO
El Reno, OK
FTC OKLAHOMA CITY
Oklahoma City, OK
FCI SHERIDAN
Sheridan, OR
FCC ALLENWOOD
Gregg Township, PA
FCI LEWISBURG
Kelly Township, PA
FCI MCKEAN
Lewis Run, PA
FCI LORETTO
Loretto, PA
FCI SCHUYLKILL
Minersville, PA
FDC PHILADELPHIA
Philadelphia, PA
USP CANAAN
Waymart, PA
MDC GUAYNABO
Guaynabo, PR
FCI BENNETTSVILLE
Bennettsville, SC
FCI EDGEFIELD
Edgefield, SC
FCI ESTILL
Estill, SC
FCI WILLIAMSBURG
Salters, SC
FPC YANKTON
Yankton, SD
FCI MEMPHIS
Memphis, TN
FCI BASTROP
Bastrop, TX
FCC BEAUMONT
Beaumont, TX
FPC BRYAN
Bryan, TX
FMC CARSWELL
Federal Medical Center Carswell, TX
FMC FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TX
FDC HOUSTON
Houston, TX
FCI SEAGOVILLE
Seagoville, TX
FCI TEXARKANA
Texarkana, TX
FCI THREE RIVERS
Three Rivers, TX
USP LEE
Jonesville, VA
FCC PETERSBURG
Prince George, VA
FDC SEATAC
Seatac, WA
FCI OXFORD
Grand Marsh, WI
FPC ALDERSON
Alderson, WV
FCI BECKLEY
Beaver, WV
FCC HAZELTON
Bruceton Mills, WV
FCI GILMER
Glenville, WV
FSL MORGANTOWN
Morgantown, WV
FCI MCDOWELL
Welch, WV
| Location | DC |
| Salary | $44,902–$98,113 Per Year |
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