Special Investigative Services Technician (SIS Technician)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks a Special Investigative Services Technician to support investigations within the Special Investigative Services Office. You will assist in investigations, develop reports, prepare correspondence, and maintain evidence, while providing computer support.

You will help the Special Investigative Agent/SIS in investigating inmate violations, which can range from hours to weeks or months, and participate in security responsibilities across the

Qualifications

• Transcripts must be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply.
• All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance during investigations, develops reports, prepares correspondence, maintains evidence, and offers computer support.
• Assists the Special Investigative Agent/SIS in conducting investigations of inmate violations and prepares investigations ranging from hours to weeks or months.

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

This position is located in a Federal Bureau of Prisons federal correctional facility, in the Special Investigative Services Office. Serves as an assistant to the Special Investigative Agent (SIA)/Special Investigative Supervisor (SIS) and is responsible for providing assistance during investigations, developing reports, preparing correspondence, maintaining evidence, and computer support.

Assists the SIA/SIS in conducting investigations of inmate violations of BOP prohibited acts of various severity levels, such as assaults, introduction of contraband or narcotics, possession of money or currency, communicating gang affiliation and/or participating in gang activities, and other prohibited activities. Investigations can range in length from several hours to weeks or months depending on severity.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, the Special Investigative Services Technician 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 $60737 – $77817/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.