Correctional Program Specialist (Emergency Preparedness Officer)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The Correctional Program Specialist (Emergency Preparedness Officer) at Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Victorville, CA will provide on-site technical advice for emergency operations and develop emergency plans, coordinating policy and training for staff teams including SORT, DCT, CNT, CST and PST.

You will work with federal, state and local law enforcement to exchange resources, build readiness, and maintain security of the institution.

Job description

Correctional Program Specialist (Emergency Preparedness 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

Provides on-site technical advice for emergency operations and is also charged with identifying, developing, and assessing the need for emergency plans. Responsible for coordinating policy development related to emergency preparedness which involves planning and implementing an emergency preparedness program.

Responsible for designing training for all emergency teams within the institution, i.e., Special Operations Response Team (SORT), Disturbance Control Team (DCT), Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), Crisis Support Team (CST), and Planning Section Team (PST) to make more effective use of staff resources and improve staff morale, providing a higher degree of proficiency in technical operations and building team spirit.

Responsible for developing plans for major and minor mock scenarios and coordinating the training activities. Works closely with other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies for the exchange of training resources and expertise. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.

The staffs correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable. 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 $104349 - $135657/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

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