Correctional Treatment Specialist (Reentry Affairs Coordinator)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in the United States is seeking a Correctional Treatment Specialist (Reentry Affairs Coordinator) to coordinate reentry programs for inmates and to support information systems used for program delivery.

The role involves directing reentry instruction, coordinating with regional offices, overseeing volunteers and mentors, and generating reports to monitor program progress while maintaining security.

Qualifications

• Requires transcripts if education is used as substitution for experience.
• Education verification via official transcripts prior to duty.
• Foreign education may require recognition of qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction and training to inmates on reentry topics using approved programs.
• Supports development and maintenance of automated systems for data collection and information distribution.
• Oversees volunteers and mentors to meet program needs while ensuring security.
• Prepares reports for institution, region, and central office monitoring of reentry activities.

Job description

Correctional Treatment Specialist (Reentry Affairs Coordinator)

• 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 services through group and individual instruction and training to inmates on a variety of reentry related topics from the approved reentry programs guide or national reentry initiatives. Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of automated systems designed specifically to establish efficient methods for information collections and distribution.

Serves as an in-house resource for other Reentry Affairs Coordinators (local, regional and national) in the BOP regarding pertinent research and outcome- based programs to avoid an unnecessary duplication of efforts and relates relevant findings to assist with day to day operational and long-term planning needs of the BOP. Prepares and submits reports for the institution, region, and central office monitoring of reentry, volunteer and related activities.

Oversees the institution's volunteer and citizen participation efforts and is responsible for cultivating and identifying volunteers and mentors to meet the program needs identified for the inmate population. 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. If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.

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 $74678 – $97087/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-03.

Who is eligible to apply?

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