Correctional Officer (Correctional Systems Officer)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Estill (SC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks a Correctional Officer (Correctional Systems Officer) in Estill, South Carolina. The posted pay range is $58,771–$78,483 per year, with a variety of duties in the Correctional Systems Department including mail, records, and inmate processing.

A federal security clearance is required, and the deadline to apply is 2026-10-29. Responsibilities cover maintaining security, handling legal documents, facilitating inmate movements, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Educational degrees must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.
• Transcripts must be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and must include identifying information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security of the institution as part of the corrections team.
• Handle institution mail, files, and records with accuracy.
• Address inmate inquiries and coordinate with law enforcement agencies.
• Oversee inmate movement, releases, and court-related paperwork.

Job description

Correctional Officer (Correctional Systems Officer)

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

This position is located in the Correctional Systems Department at a Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) correctional facility. The Correctional Systems Department is a multi-faceted operation, consisting of Mail Room, Receiving and Discharge, and Records Office.

This position involves a wide range of duties that require knowledge in the following areas: institution mail; postal regulations; the receiving and discharge of inmates; inmate bus movement; processing of writs; handling of legal documents to include the interpretation of judgments for filing detainers; Interstate Agreement on Detainers (IAD); locator center procedures; temporary and final releases; release paperwork; file archiving; certification of records; correctional security procedures; and contact with a variety of law enforcement agencies.

Additionally, this position requires a general skill level in the areas of sentence computation, sentencing laws, court processes, and compliance with court directives in order to address inmate inquiries. 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 are 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.

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 $58771 – $78483/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-29.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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