Correctional Officer: Inmate Care & Facility Security

JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS (DOJ); Aliceville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons seeks dedicated Corrections Officers to supervise inmates, maintain facility security, and support inmate rehabilitation. You will enforce rules, manage inmate accountability, and respond to emergencies while upholding public safety and institutional integrity.

This position requires meeting education and experience standards (bachelor's degree; GL-05 to GL-08), passing background checks, medical and training requirements, and readiness to work long hours, shifts, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• U.S. citizenship is required and Selective Service compliance may apply.
• Salary ranges and locality adjustments vary by location and grade.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision, care and correctional treatment of inmates and guidance to lower-graded Correctional Officers.
• Enforces rules and regulations governing facility security, inmate accountability and conduct.
• Maintains institution security and participates in emergencies, post orders and staff communications.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Bureau of Prisons seeks dedicated Corrections Officers to supervise inmates, maintain facility security, and support inmate rehabilitation. You will enforce rules, manage inmate accountability, and respond to emergencies while upholding public safety and institutional integrity.

This position requires meeting education and experience standards (bachelor's degree; GL-05 to GL-08), passing background checks, medical and training requirements, and readiness to work long hours, shifts, and