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Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Bennettsville (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is hiring Corrections administrative staff in Bennettsville, SC. The role involves handling inquiries from staff and inmates, providing technical assistance, and directing callers to the appropriate staff member.

You will maintain program statements, memoranda, and records as part of daily operations. Responsibilities include drafting and finalizing documents, taking minutes, copying and filing, and ensuring security and compliance across the office.

Qualifications

• Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information.

Responsibilities

• Handles routine inquiries from staff and inmates, providing technical assistance and answering questions regarding correctional programs.
• Screens telephone calls or personal contact with staff/inmates, directing callers to the most qualified staff member.
• Maintains Bureau of Prisons Program Statements, Operations Memoranda, and regulatory requirements; prepares drafts and final materials.

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

Handles routine inquiries from both staff and inmates, providing technical assistance and answering questions regarding the general nature of correctional programs. Screens telephone calls or personal contact with staff/inmates, utilizing own judgment in directing the caller to the most qualified staff member.

Maintains Bureau of Prisons Program Statements, Operations Memoranda, administrative and regulatory requirements, correspondence files and records in the operation of the office. Responsible for the preparation of draft and/or final form of material such as, memoranda, letters, reports, requests, etc., as assigned.

Performs a variety of administrative support duties, such as taking and transcribing meeting minutes, copying and filing and appropriate disposal of sensitive documents. 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

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 $50241 – $62462/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

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