Correctional Institution Administrator (Executive Assistant/Satellite Operations Administrator)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position functions as an administrator for correctional operations and programs at a satellite facility and serves as a key advisor to the Warden on matters of policy, programs, and operations. Monitors and evaluates institution programs in terms of achievement of overall objectives. May be required to oversee the Inmate Administrative Remedy program at the institution and serve as the Warden's representative during investigations of specific inmate management problems. Provides direct administrative support to the Warden through continuing assignments and special projects, as well as assistance to institution department heads in achieving specific program management objectives. As an advisor and assistant to the Warden, plays a major role in the determination and establishment of policies and programs involved in the institutional operations. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staffs correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.
• Specialized experience directly related experience that included substantial involvement with a correctional program and provided a thorough knowledge of correctional techniques, or experience in meeting and dealing with people that demonstrated the ability to work effectively with inmates and associates in a correctional environment.
• Experience must have demonstrated the ability to perform supervisory or administrative duties successfully.
• Understanding the problems of custody, treatment, training, and release of inmates of penal or correctional institutions.
• A thorough and comprehensive knowledge of an institution's internal policies, programs, regulations, and procedures.
• Training subordinates, coordinating and directing activities and functions, evaluating performance of operations and the effectiveness of programs, and maintaining high standards or work objectives.
• Experience gained in an administrative position, or in other positions that included the successful direction, or assistance in the direction of, an entire correctional program or a major phase of such a program.
• Experience in planning, organizing, supervising, and evaluating significantly varying programs within the institution directed toward the institution's mission.
• Experience which gave the applicant a working knowledge of inmate movement and sentencing guidelines.
• Experience in performing public relations work, giving speeches and lectures.
• Experience and knowledge in handling the administrative remedy program and the American Correctional Association (ACA) process.
• If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.
• Eligibility for consideration will be based on responses to the questions in the application.
• Must upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience.
• 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.
• A maximum entry age of 36 has been established for original appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution.
• Initial appointment to a supervisory/managerial position requires a one-year probationary period.
• The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the agency.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
• All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
• All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
• The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• Career Transition Programs (CTAP) eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Functions as an administrator for correctional operations and programs at a satellite facility.
• Serves as a key advisor to the Warden on matters of policy, programs, and operations.
• Monitors and evaluates institution programs in terms of achievement of overall objectives.
• May oversee the Inmate Administrative Remedy program at the institution.
• Serves as the Warden's representative during investigations of specific inmate management problems.
• Provides direct administrative support to the Warden through continuing assignments and special projects.
• Assists institution department heads in achieving specific program management objectives.
• Plays a major role in the determination and establishment of policies and programs involved in the institutional operations.
• Maintains security of the institution.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed