Lock and Security Specialist (Assistant Locksmith)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Lewis Run, PA

23d

About The Position

The Lock and Security Specialist (Assistant Locksmith) installs and services locks, locking devices, and locking systems, including modern locks in wooden and steel doors. The role replaces or services worn and outdated security locks and systems and supports short- and long-range maintenance planning and replacement programs for locks and security devices. It also assists with the maintenance budget for security-related maintenance, overhauls, and special projects.

The position assists in maintaining the institution’s armory, servicing or repairing weapons and equipment, and managing inventory and supply levels so that armory materials are properly stored, handled, and prepared for transportation and the armory remains ready. The specialist serves as an assistant staff advisor on locks, security devices, firearms, stun munitions, and chemical weapons.

As with all correctional institution employees, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining institutional security. Correctional responsibilities take precedence over other duties and are performed regularly and on a recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Meet the applicable qualification pathway: a related master's degree, two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.D./J.D.; one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level; or a combination of education and experience.
• Qualifying specialized experience may include maintaining firearms and weapons, conducting technical inspections and tests, and making repairs; repairing and maintaining locks and locking systems in a correctional or similar secure facility; or using and maintaining emergency entry, riot control, chemical munitions, and other emergency response equipment.
• Provide transcripts when using education to meet or substitute for specialized-experience requirements; education must be from an appropriately accredited institution. An official transcript is required before the first day on duty if selected based on education.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment and panel interviews, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation, including NCIC and credit checks.
• Applicants not currently working in an institution must complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor domestic-violence convictions to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Successfully complete the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques course at Glynco, Georgia.
• A maximum entry age of 36 applies to original appointment to a Bureau of Prisons institution position, subject to stated exceptions for qualifying prior federal law-enforcement coverage and preference-eligible veterans.
• Applicants seeking CTAP or ICTAP selection priority must meet the applicable eligibility criteria, be rated well-qualified, and submit required supporting documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install locks, locking devices, and locking systems.
• Install new and modern locks in wooden and steel doors.
• Replace or service worn or outdated security locks and systems.
• Conduct short- and long-range maintenance planning and implement replacement programs for locks and security devices.
• Assist in maintaining the budget for maintenance, overhauls, and special projects associated with institution security.
• Assist in maintaining the armory and repair or service weapons and equipment as necessary.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and proper supply and equipment levels; ensure items are stored, handled, and prepared for transportation as necessary to keep the armory ready.
• Serve as assistant staff advisor on locks, security devices, firearms, stun munitions, and chemical weapons.
• Maintain security of the institution as part of correctional staff responsibilities.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time