Correctional Program Officer (Unit Manager)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Cumberland, Maryland, is seeking a Correctional Program Officer (Unit Manager) to lead a housing unit and oversee the development and administration of a unit program for federal offenders. You will ensure safety, security and program integrity within the facility.

Position requires management skills, criminology knowledge, and an ability to design treatment programs tailored to inmate needs, with responsibility for humane and secure operations and

Qualifications

• Education transcripts may be required if education is a requirement.
• All degrees must be from accredited institutions. Foreign education recognition applies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, administer and evaluate a unit program for incarcerated federal offenders.
• Direct and manage a housing unit, including planning and implementing inmate programs and maintaining security.

Job description

Correctional Program Officer (Unit Manager)

• 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

The Unit Manager performs a major role in the planning, development, administration and evaluation of a unit program for incarcerated federal offenders. Must have broad understanding of the field of criminology and corrections, must display management skills in the administration of a treatment program, and must have a comprehensive knowledge of the dynamics of human behavior.

Directs and manages a housing unit within a federal correctional institution and is responsible for the total administration of the unit as well as the planning, development and implementation of individual programs tailored to meet the particular needs of inmates in the unit. 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. 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 $102415 – $133142/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

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