Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Mendota (CA)

On-site

USD 92,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Mendota, CA is seeking a Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain) to lead the Correctional Services department, oversee security, inmate conduct and program coordination, and advise the Warden on policy implementation.

Responsibilities include security management, inmate discipline, facility inspections, and ensuring safety and effective operations around shifts, with a posted pay range of $92,451 to $120,189 per year and an Other security clearance

Responsibilities

Serves as the department head in the Correctional Services department at a Bureau of Prisons correctional institute.
Serves as the resident expert on all custodial and security questions arising at the institution and has full and final technical responsibility when problems occur during the course of any given shift.
Responsible for institutional security, inmate conduct and discipline, inmate work, control of hazardous tools and material, safety, sanitation, control and use of institution vehicles, and key control.
Inspects facilities, observes personnel and inmates from the standpoint of security, morale and employee–inmate relations, and overall program coordination.
Advises the Warden and staff in the formulation and implementation of institution policies, procedures and programs, integrating policies into operations and keeping management advised of activities affecting programs.

Job description

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain)

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

Serves as the department head in the Correctional Services department at a Bureau of Prisons correctional institute. Serves as the resident expert on all custodial and security questions arising at the institution and has full and final technical responsibility when problems occur during the course of any given shift.

Responsible for institutional security, inmate conduct and discipline, inmate work, control of hazardous tools and material, safety, sanitation, control and use of institution vehicles, and key control. Inspects facilities, observes personnel and inmates from the standpoint of security, morale and employee‑inmate relations, and overall program coordination.

Serves as an advisor to the Warden and his staff in the formulation and implementation of institution policies, procedures and programs. Integrates policies and procedures into the overall operations of the facility, as well as the correctional department and keep management advised of activities effecting institution programs. 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, 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 $92451 - $120189/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

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