Correctional Programs Specialist (Executive Assistant)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Kansas City (KS)

On-site

USD 128,000 - 166,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Kansas City seeks a Correctional Programs Specialist (Executive Assistant) to provide direct administrative support to the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director, manage special projects, and assist institutions and regional admins with program objectives.

The role also serves as public information officer for the North Central Regional Office and involves preparing and analyzing correspondence, coordinating committees, and supporting major

Qualifications

Transcripts must be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and must include identifying information.
Foreign Education: see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition for information regarding foreign education requirements.
All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Provides direct administrative support to the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director through continuing assignments and special projects.
Assists institutions and Regional Administrators in achieving specific program management objectives.
Serves as public information officer for the North Central Regional Office.
Prepares, coordinates preparation and analyzes correspondence on behalf of the Regional Director.
Serves on committees and task forces undertaking major programs and projects within the North Central Region.

Skills

Administrative support

Public information officer

Program management

Job description

Correctional Programs Specialist (Executive Assistant)

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 direct administrative support to the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director through continuing assignments and special projects, as well as, assistance to institutions and Regional Administrators in achieving specific program management objectives. Serves as public information officer for the officer for the North Central Regional Office. Prepares, coordinates preparation and analyzes correspondence on behalf of the Regional Director.

Serves on various committees and task forms which undertake major programs and projects within the North Central Region.

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 $127829 – $166182/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

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