Secretary (Associate Wardens Secretary)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in the United States is seeking a professional in administrative support to assist visitors and manage communications within a correctional facility. You will determine the nature of requests, refer complex matters to the Associate Warden, and help maintain calendars and prepare routine memos and reports.

This role emphasizes discretion, accuracy, and timely processing of information.

Responsibilities

• Receives visitors, determines the nature of the requests, personally providing the information desired when it is of a routine or procedural matter, before referring them to the Associate Warden.
• Maintains supervisor's calendar, takes request for appointments with supervisor and staff.
• Serves as a liaison to the Associate Warden, personally processing requests.
• Responsible for the preparation in draft and/or final form of material such as memoranda, letters, reports, requests, etc., as assigned.
• Maintains security of the institution; staff correctional responsibilities precede all others.

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

Receives visitors, determines the nature of the requests, personally providing the information desired when it is of a routine or procedural matter, before referring them to the Associate Warden. Maintains supervisor's calendar, takes request for appointments with supervisor and staff. Serves as a liaison to the Associate Warden, personally processing requests.

Responsible for the preparation in draft and/or final form of material such as memoranda, letters, reports, requests, etc., as assigned. 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.

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 $52977 – $72328/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

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