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Correctional Officer (Correctional Systems Officer)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Atlanta, GA · full time · Entry

$62,152 – $82,997

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 1, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

A federal corrections role managing inmate processing, mail operations, and facility security at a Bureau of Prisons facility. This position suits candidates with experience in correctional administration, law enforcement, or prisoner management who can handle high-pressure environments and comply with complex legal and regulatory requirements.

Our summary, not Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • One year of graduate education in criminal justice, social science, or related field (GL-07) OR qualifying specialized experience in mailroom, receiving/discharge, or inmate processing (GL-08)
  • Physical capability to perform arduous duties including prolonged standing, walking, and restraining inmates
  • Knowledge of postal regulations, inmate receiving and discharge procedures, and court processes
  • Ability to maintain institution security alongside all other duties

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