Psychology Technician

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Jesup (GA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in the United States seeks a secretary/clerical specialist to support psychology services within a federal facility.

Under supervision, you will administer, score (mechanical or computerized) a variety of psychological tests, manage the Psychology Data System (PDS), and assist with special projects such as Suicide Prevention. This role also involves scheduling, record filing, and routine correspondence, while upholding security for all staff.

Qualifications

• Accredited college degree or coursework required.
• Knowledge of psychology data systems and test administration implied by duties.

Responsibilities

• Administer, score (mechanical or computerized) a variety of psychological tests.
• Manage the Psychology Data System (PDS) and related records.
• Assist psychologists on special projects (e.g., Suicide Prevention).
• Schedule appointments, maintain records/files, and prepare reports.
• Maintain security responsibilities required of all staff.

Education

Accredited degree required

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 performing secretarial and technical duties to include, but not limited to, the administration and mechanical or computerized scoring of a variety of psychological tests; management and daily operation of the facility's Psychology Data System (PDS); assisting and coordinating with Psychologists in special projects, (e.g., Suicide Prevention Program); scheduling of appointments; record/file keeping; and a variety of other clerical/secretarial duties.

Under the supervision of a psychologist, is responsible for the administration, mechanical or computerized scoring and distribution (or storage) of a variety of psychological tests, including Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI), and the Millon Clinical Multiaxial Inventory.

Responsible for the implementation of the Bureau of Prison's (BOP) automated/computerized psychology data entry system including initial implementation of Psychology Data System (PDS), training of all psychology staff, routine data entry and retrieval, automated test scoring and reconciling discrepancies in the files. Types, duplicates and distributes letters, memos, agendas, forms, certificates, meeting minutes, and reports for the Chief Psychologist.

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 is performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

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 $57188 – $72328/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

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