You can have a meaningful career with an agency that truly values a diverse workforce. You will find a diverse workforce employed from entry level jobs to senior management positions. We protect public safety by ensuring federal offenders serve their sentences of imprisonment in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide reentry programming. Employees at correctional facilities perform correctional work regardless of their specific occupation.
Summary
Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons?
You can have a meaningful career with an agency that truly values a diverse workforce. You will find a diverse workforce employed from entry level jobs to senior management positions. We protect public safety by ensuring federal offenders serve their sentences of imprisonment in facilities that are safe, humane, and provide reentry programming. Employees at correctional facilities perform correctional work regardless of their specific occupation.
Occasional travel - Travel may be required for training and/or work related issues.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time - Full Promotion Potential GS-12/10 $107,680.00. Additional incentives such as Recruitment Bonus up to 25% and Student Loan Repayment Program may be offered.
Participates in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of a wide variety of personality evaluation methods and is responsible for the preparation of comprehensive psychological reports for various purposes.
Assists in interdisciplinary classification of inmates by identifying behavioral, emotional, organic, drug/alcohol, or personality problems and the subsequent development of appropriate programs on an individual basis.
Completes reports for institutional staff on inmates who may manifest sudden bizarre behavior or thoughts, insomnia, psychosomatic complaints, suicidal preoccupations, depression, somnambulism, anxiety, situational crisis, or long-term disciplinary and segregation cases, etc.
Organizes and is responsible for facilitating both individual and group psychotherapy on a regular basis.
Conducts individual treatment and crisis intervention sessions on an as-needed or emergency basis.
Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary staff team in developing, implementing, and assessing program needs and goals.
Responsible for providing assessment and referral services for staff referred to psychology services by their supervisors or for staff personally requesting assistance with problems of alcohol use, drug use, or emotional problems which are affecting job performance.
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.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Selective Service Requirement: https://www.sss.gov
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1)this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified category using established category rating criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: Click Here
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified category using established category rating criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at: Click Here
Qualifications
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:
Basic Requirements:
Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
NOTE: If you are within nine (9) months of completing all the requirements for your PH.D in Clinical or Counseling psychology, you MUST electronically upload a copy of your unofficial transcript documenting current enrollment in a PHD program AND upload an official letter from the Registrar office or Dean validating current enrollment in Clinical or Counseling and your program projected completion date (MM,DD,YYYY). If selected, you MUST provide a letter from the university validating the completion date (MM,DD,YYYY) of all degree requirements to the local Human Resource prior to entering on duty.
Applicants who meet the above basic requirements are fully qualified for the GS-11 level.
AND
In addition to the basic requirements, you must have:
Education:
GS-12: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position at the GS-12 level.
OR
Experience:
GS-12: 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 particular qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.
Some examples of qualifying experience are:
Experience in making professional decisions concerning diagnosis and treatment of inmates under their care.
Experience in identifying behavioral, emotional, organic, drug/alcohol, or personality problems and the subsequent development of appropriate programs on an individual basis.
Experience in completing reports for the courts on study and observation cases.
Experience in organizing and facilitating both individual and group psychotherapy on a regular basis.
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.**
Education
See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.
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.
If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.
Additional information
Age Requirements:
In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3307, a maximum entry age of 36 has been established for initial appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution. In special situations, a waiver may be requested up to age 39 at locations where there is a shortage of applicants under 37.
Qualified Preference Eligible Veterans may be exempt from meeting the maximum age. Please refer to the Required Documents Section for the appropriate documentation to submit to validate veteran eligibility.
LENGTH OF ELIGIBILITY: Eligible applicants will remain on the inventory until the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
NOTE: This announcement is posted on a yearly cycle. The announcement will EXPIRE on the listed closing date at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. In order to receive consideration for the next cycle, applicants MUST reapply to the new vacancy announcement.
SALARY RANGE: The salary listed is for the Rest of U.S. (RUS) salary area. See current pay scales for locality area for which you are applying. To view the current locality tables, go to www.opm.gov and search pay tables.
Special Conditions of Employment Section:
Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation. All applicants are subject to, and must satisfactorily pass all screening requirements in relation to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit check.
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.
The Core Value Assessment (CVA) is an in-person assessment that must be facilitated at a Bureau of Prisons Human Resource Servicing office. On the day of the scheduled interview, a CVA will be administered. The applicant assessment must be completed within a 70 minute time period and a passing score of 68 must be obtained. Further employment consideration will not be extended if the applicant fails to complete the examination or fails to achieve a passing score. Note: The Core Value Assessment will not be administered to current BOP employees
Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate.
Imagine a career where job security, regular advancement and federal employee benefits, meant you might get to retire early in 20-25 years. All of this and more is available to you, when you choose a rewarding career at the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Visit: www.bop.gov to learn more about law enforcement benefits, competitive pay and generous vacation leave.
ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION:
Recruitment Incentive will be paid to selectee(s) who meets the criteria for Recruitment Bonuses. Retention Incentives may be initiated upon completion of the recruitment service agreement period.
A 17% Recruitment Incentive at:
Atwater USP
Herlong FCI
Mendota FCI
A 15% Recruitment Incentive at:
Dublin FCI
Victorville FCC
A 25% Recruitment Incentive at:
Brooklyn MDC
Thomson USP
Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized at:
FDC Honolulu, HI- 9.75%
MDC Guaynabo, PR- 2.99%
Additional recruitment incentives for critical psychology positions may be available at some BOP locations. To view current vacancies, Click Here
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Based upon your self-reported responses to the assessment questions during the application process, your application will be placed into one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Applications will be reviewed from the top quality category. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. If you are found qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to the responses you provided on the online assessment questionnaire.
NOTE: Candidates within the top quality category and who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
If you are entitled to veterans preference, you should indicate the type of veterans preference you are claiming on your resume. Although veterans preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under "How You Will Be Evaluated", veterans preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which they are qualified.
What Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are Required for this Position?
The following Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) are required:
Imagine a career where job security, regular advancement and federal employee benefits, meant you might get to retire early in 20-25 years. All of this and more is available to you, when you choose a rewarding career at the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Visit: www.bop.gov to learn more about law enforcement benefits, competitive pay and generous vacation leave.
ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION:
Recruitment Incentive will be paid to selectee(s) who meets the criteria for Recruitment Bonuses. Retention Incentives may be initiated upon completion of the recruitment service agreement period.
A 17% Recruitment Incentive at:
Atwater USP
Herlong FCI
Mendota FCI
A 15% Recruitment Incentive at:
Dublin FCI
Victorville FCC
A 25% Recruitment Incentive at:
Brooklyn MDC
Thomson USP
Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized at:
FDC Honolulu, HI- 9.75%
MDC Guaynabo, PR- 2.99%
Additional recruitment incentives for critical psychology positions may be available at some BOP locations. To view current vacancies, Click Here
Veterans' Preference Documentation: Veterans must demonstrate that they have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions (i.e., the individual must have received either an honorable or general discharge). Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214 indicating type of discharge); or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal).
If you are currently on active duty, a statement from the appropriate Branch Personnel Office containing the following information: Name, Rank, Branch of Service, Active Duty time, Campaign Badges and Expeditionary Medals as applicable, Projected Separation Date and type of anticipated discharge must be provided.
SF-15: If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the parent of a disabled or deceased veteran, submit a completed Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference", and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim. Documentation to support a service-connected disability rating must be an official combined service-connected disability rating provided by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Individual disability ratings are not creditable. Veterans must also demonstrate that they have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions (i.e., the individual must have received either an honorable or general discharge).
Resume: showing relevant experience (cover letter optional).
In order to receive credit for experience contained in an uploaded resume, your employment history must be documented in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date and include the number of hours worked per week. Failure to follow this format may result in disqualification.
A college transcript: A college transcript which includes the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded. (Note: If you are selected for this position, official transcript(s) will be required prior to your first day). NOTE: If you are within 9 months of completing all the requirements for your Ph.D in Clinical or Counseling psychology, you MUST submit a copy of your unofficial transcript documenting current enrollment in a Ph.D. program, and upload an official letter from the Registrar office or Dean validating current enrollment and your program projected completion date. If selected, you MUST provide a letter from the school validating the completion of all degree requirements to the local Human Resources prior to entering on duty.
SF-50: for proof of prior LEO coverage, if applicable.
Failure to provide these documents could possibly result in removal from consideration for this vacancy. When uploading documentation, do not identify/save your documents utilizing a special character such as %, #, @, etc. Documentation should be identified/saved as VA Letter, DD214, or Transcripts.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply through the online application system at www.USAJOBS.gov. Follow the prompts to register, answer a few questions and submit all required documents.
NOTE: Submission of a resume alone is not a complete application. This position may require the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described under the Required Documents section. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and the "How to Apply" instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for employment.
Claiming Veterans Preference? If yes, you MUST claim preference on-line during the application process and upload documentation to support preference claimed. Failure to claim Veterans Preference or provide supporting documentation may result in you not receiving appropriate consideration during the assessment process.
Required supporting documentation must be electronically uploaded or transferred from USAJOBS (uploaded).
Note: Failure to follow these application procedures could result in the applicant losing consideration for this position.
Paper applications: If applying online is impossible, please contact the BOP-Hires Unit at the telephone number listed below, prior to the closing date of the announcement for the alternate application procedure.
Contact for Assistance in Applying On-Line: DOJ, Federal Bureau of Prisons Consolidated Staffing Unit 346 Marine Forces Drive Grand Prairie, TX 75051 E-Mail: BOP-HRM-HRSC-BOPHIRES-S@bop.gov Phone: 972-352-4200
How do I Apply for this Position if I am a Current Public Health Service Commissioned Officer?
DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION ON-LINE.
• Submit a complete/detailed resume or curriculum vitae.
• Address selective factor, if required.
• Resume or curriculum vitae must contain all information listed in the Qualifications Section.
In order to receive consideration for this position as a PHS applicant, ALL required supporting documentation, as specified in this vacancy announcement must be submitted directly to the Human Resource Office duty location.
JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS
Consolidated Staffing Unit
346 Marine Forces Drive
Grand Prairie, Texas 75051
United States
Next steps
Tips For Success:
Ensure you have or are working towards healthy credit; BOP completes credit checks for all eligible candidates
Ensure your resume is up to date with all relevant experience – Include starting date and ending date and number of hours worked per week.
Ensure all documentation (transcripts, License, DD-214, etc.) is uploaded at the time you apply.
Check your application status and email account periodically – notifications will be sent to your email. Ensure you check your junk and spam email folders as some systems my re-direct BOP emails from your inbox.
BOP is committed to providing a candidate experience where applicants are aware of next steps and know what to expect. In most cases, you can expect the following steps in the recruitment process:
Application Received
Applicant Receives Notice of Results
Applicant can track their individual recruitment process by logging on to your USAJOBS account and select "Track this application“.
Applicants referred on a certificate of eligibles may receive an email sent to the e-mail address registered in their USAJOBS account with instructions to complete the Inquiry of Availability form (OF-5). IF you receive the instructional email, you MUST read and follow the instructions in order to complete the inquiry process online. You must click submit to electronically return the form to the Human Resource Department. In addition, applicants who are interested in scheduling an interview, MUST telephone the Human Resource Department. Failure to either return the form or contact the Human Resource Department may result in not receiving consideration for the position.
Applicant will complete the Core Value Assessment (CVA).
Interviews will be conducted
Applicant will complete a Pre-Employment Questionnaire.
Applicant will receive Conditional Offer of Employment – Contingent on the outcome of a physical, U/A, and a background investigation.
Applicant receives Final Offer.
Your applications will remain on the inventory until the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Applicants may contact the geographic location(s) selected to inquire about current or anticipated vacancies. Contact numbers for location preference choices can be found at www.bop.gov
The Bureau of Prisons cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, applicant application errors, etc.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Veterans' Preference Documentation: Veterans must demonstrate that they have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions (i.e., the individual must have received either an honorable or general discharge). Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214 indicating type of discharge); or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal).
If you are currently on active duty, a statement from the appropriate Branch Personnel Office containing the following information: Name, Rank, Branch of Service, Active Duty time, Campaign Badges and Expeditionary Medals as applicable, Projected Separation Date and type of anticipated discharge must be provided.
SF-15: If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the parent of a disabled or deceased veteran, submit a completed Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference", and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim. Documentation to support a service-connected disability rating must be an official combined service-connected disability rating provided by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Individual disability ratings are not creditable. Veterans must also demonstrate that they have been discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions (i.e., the individual must have received either an honorable or general discharge).
Resume: showing relevant experience (cover letter optional).
In order to receive credit for experience contained in an uploaded resume, your employment history must be documented in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date and include the number of hours worked per week. Failure to follow this format may result in disqualification.
A college transcript: A college transcript which includes the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded. (Note: If you are selected for this position, official transcript(s) will be required prior to your first day). NOTE: If you are within 9 months of completing all the requirements for your Ph.D in Clinical or Counseling psychology, you MUST submit a copy of your unofficial transcript documenting current enrollment in a Ph.D. program, and upload an official letter from the Registrar office or Dean validating current enrollment and your program projected completion date. If selected, you MUST provide a letter from the school validating the completion of all degree requirements to the local Human Resources prior to entering on duty.
SF-50: for proof of prior LEO coverage, if applicable.
Failure to provide these documents could possibly result in removal from consideration for this vacancy. When uploading documentation, do not identify/save your documents utilizing a special character such as %, #, @, etc. Documentation should be identified/saved as VA Letter, DD214, or Transcripts.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply through the online application system at www.USAJOBS.gov. Follow the prompts to register, answer a few questions and submit all required documents.
NOTE: Submission of a resume alone is not a complete application. This position may require the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described under the Required Documents section. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and the "How to Apply" instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your application not being considered for employment.
Claiming Veterans Preference? If yes, you MUST claim preference on-line during the application process and upload documentation to support preference claimed. Failure to claim Veterans Preference or provide supporting documentation may result in you not receiving appropriate consideration during the assessment process.
Required supporting documentation must be electronically uploaded or transferred from USAJOBS (uploaded).
Note: Failure to follow these application procedures could result in the applicant losing consideration for this position.
Paper applications: If applying online is impossible, please contact the BOP-Hires Unit at the telephone number listed below, prior to the closing date of the announcement for the alternate application procedure.
Contact for Assistance in Applying On-Line: DOJ, Federal Bureau of Prisons Consolidated Staffing Unit 346 Marine Forces Drive Grand Prairie, TX 75051 E-Mail: BOP-HRM-HRSC-BOPHIRES-S@bop.gov Phone: 972-352-4200
How do I Apply for this Position if I am a Current Public Health Service Commissioned Officer?
DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION ON-LINE.
• Submit a complete/detailed resume or curriculum vitae.
• Address selective factor, if required.
• Resume or curriculum vitae must contain all information listed in the Qualifications Section.
In order to receive consideration for this position as a PHS applicant, ALL required supporting documentation, as specified in this vacancy announcement must be submitted directly to the Human Resource Office duty location.
JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS
Consolidated Staffing Unit
346 Marine Forces Drive
Grand Prairie, Texas 75051
United States
Next steps
Tips For Success:
Ensure you have or are working towards healthy credit; BOP completes credit checks for all eligible candidates
Ensure your resume is up to date with all relevant experience – Include starting date and ending date and number of hours worked per week.
Ensure all documentation (transcripts, License, DD-214, etc.) is uploaded at the time you apply.
Check your application status and email account periodically – notifications will be sent to your email. Ensure you check your junk and spam email folders as some systems my re-direct BOP emails from your inbox.
BOP is committed to providing a candidate experience where applicants are aware of next steps and know what to expect. In most cases, you can expect the following steps in the recruitment process:
Application Received
Applicant Receives Notice of Results
Applicant can track their individual recruitment process by logging on to your USAJOBS account and select "Track this application“.
Applicants referred on a certificate of eligibles may receive an email sent to the e-mail address registered in their USAJOBS account with instructions to complete the Inquiry of Availability form (OF-5). IF you receive the instructional email, you MUST read and follow the instructions in order to complete the inquiry process online. You must click submit to electronically return the form to the Human Resource Department. In addition, applicants who are interested in scheduling an interview, MUST telephone the Human Resource Department. Failure to either return the form or contact the Human Resource Department may result in not receiving consideration for the position.
Applicant will complete the Core Value Assessment (CVA).
Interviews will be conducted
Applicant will complete a Pre-Employment Questionnaire.
Applicant will receive Conditional Offer of Employment – Contingent on the outcome of a physical, U/A, and a background investigation.
Applicant receives Final Offer.
Your applications will remain on the inventory until the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Applicants may contact the geographic location(s) selected to inquire about current or anticipated vacancies. Contact numbers for location preference choices can be found at www.bop.gov
The Bureau of Prisons cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, applicant application errors, etc.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
