Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Fort Dix (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency dedicated to public safety and humane corrections. This role emphasizes the importance of providing a secure environment while preparing individuals for successful reintegration into society. As a corrections professional, you'll leverage your specialized experience to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Enjoy a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities. If you are passionate about corrections and public service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• No substitution of education for specialized experience.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience.

Responsibilities

• Foster a humane and secure environment for inmates.
• Prepare individuals for successful reentry into communities.

Skills

BOP regulations and policies knowledge

Training and guidance provision

Inmate searching experience

Experience in responsible posts

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:

Education:

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Experience:

You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the qualifications necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Some examples of this qualifying experience are:

• Experience working more responsible posts, such as Control Center, Front/Rear Gate, and Visiting Room.
• Experience providing training and guidance to lower-graded officers.
• Experience and knowledge of BOP regulations and policies.
• Experience initiating/participating in searching of inmates, inmate housing units and inmate working area to prevent introduction of contraband.

If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**