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Correctional Program Officer (Chief, Jails Division)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison SystemWashington, DC · Management
$125,776 – $192,331
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 2, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A leadership role managing the National Institute of Corrections' jails division, overseeing policy development, training programs, and technical assistance while coordinating with corrections agencies nationwide. This suits experienced corrections administrators with extensive supervisory background in federal, state, or local correctional systems.
Our summary, not Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
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What they ask for
Required
- At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-13 or GS-14)
- 5 or more years of current executive/managerial experience in federal, state, local, or county correctional systems
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct correctional programs or major program phases
- Knowledge of custody, treatment, training, and inmate release procedures
- Ability to work effectively with inmates and correctional staff
Nice to have
- Experience with correctional policy recommendations for emerging issues
- Public relations and public administration experience
- Experience with cooperative agreement administration
- Familiarity with professional corrections organizations and networking