Educational Technician (Education Technician)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Kings (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in New York (Kings County) is seeking a records/education support specialist to assist the Education Department with data entry, records management, and reporting duties. You will contribute to maintaining accurate records, reporting, and budgeting data while upholding security responsibilities required of all staff at the institution.

Applicants must upload official transcripts to verify educational requirements, and foreign/additional documentation may

Qualifications

• Transcript or official documentation may be required to verify educational requirements.
• All degrees must be from colleges/universities accredited or pre-accredited by recognized bodies.
• Official transcripts must be uploaded and linked from USAJOBS prior to first day on duty.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and assistance in all aspects of the Education Department's operation.
• Assist with maintenance and control of Education Department records and required reporting.
• Key education data into the Education Data System (EDS) based on information from professional staff.

Job description

• 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

Responsible for providing technical support and assistance in all aspects of the education departments operation. Assists with the maintenance and control of the Education Department records and files and assists with ensuring that all reporting requirements are met. Responsible for keying education information in the Education Data System (EDS) based on information provided by professional staff.

Records and maintains budgetary data and financial records and is able to provide statistical information to supervisors and staff members. 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 $67394 – $85235/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

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