Correctional Program Specialist (Training Specialist)
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SummaryCorrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.Our highly-skilled, diverse, and innovative workforce creates a strong foundation of safety and security. Through the principles of humanity and normalcy, we develop good neighbors.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates12/12/2024 to 01/06/2025* Salary$96,684 - $125,685 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 12* HelpLocation* Aurora, CO 2 vacancies* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleNo* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Travel may be required for training and/or work related issues.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time - A SIGNED MOBILITY STATEMENT WILL BE REQUIRED. (Please see Additional Information Section for details).* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential12 - A SIGNED MOBILITY STATEMENT WILL BE REQUIRED.* Job family (Series)* 0006 Correctional Institution Administration* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testYes* Announcement numberDET-2025-0001* Control number823744600HelpThis job is open to* Internal to an agencyCurrent federal employees of this agency.* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.Clarification from the agency* BOP Employees nationwide • DOJ Surplus and Displaced (CTAP) Employees in the local commuting area. • Duty Location: Management & Specialty Training Center (MSTC), Aurora, COHelpDutiesThe incumbent is responsible for a variety of Correctional Services and other training programs. The primary functions include: needs assessment, review of comprehensive curriculum, monitoring of the training process, providing support to a variety of resource staff from all branches and disciplines and instruction in various Correctional Services subject matters. The employee is primarily responsible for the end result of the training process. The incumbent has responsibility for the planning, organization, and delivery of all training courses coordinated through the National Correctional Academy.Incumbent is involved in the development, design and delivery of training courses. This includes the application of strategies involved in conducting needs analysis, task analysis, and evaluation of diverse subject areas, for large mixtures and types of audiences in a multiplicity of delivery methods. Additionally, incumbent participates in the formulation of lesson plans, the development of audio/visual aids and the creation of pre- and post-tests to accurately measure the effectiveness of the training. Incumbent works with subject matter experts in the development of training courses for all areas to include lesson plans and curriculum to ensure accuracy of course content.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* U.S. Citizenship is Required.* See Special Conditions of Employment Section.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 eligibility, 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 score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at: Click HereQualificationsTo be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:EducationThere is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this grade level.ExperienceYou must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level in federal service. Specialized experience is 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 also demonstrated the ability to perform supervisory or administrative duties successfully. This includes (1) understanding the problems of custody, treatment, training, and release of inmates of penal or correctional institutions; (2) a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of an institution's internal policies, programs, regulations, and procedures; and (3) training subordinates, coordinating and directing activities and functions, evaluating performance of operations and the effectiveness of programs, and maintaining high standards or work objectives. This experience must have been 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.Some examples of this qualifying experience are:* Experience in developing, facilitating, and evaluating basic, advanced and specialized programs and creating lesson plans to support the classes presented.* Experience in evaluating the effectiveness of classroom presentations, lesson plans, pre- and post-testing learning instruments and the of performance demonstrations and exercises to make modifications or revamp training materials.* Experience researching and utilizing current developments in adult education, methodology, technology, and public education techniques for integration into training programs.* Experience coordinating the development of curriculum for training programs in response to identified needs or to address organizational or individual deficits.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.EducationSee 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 informationThis position IS included in the bargaining unit.The representative rate for this position is $106,351 per annum ($50.95 per hour).Special Conditions of Employment Section: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.The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application. You may be required to provide proof of residence.Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate.Current Federal Law Enforcement Employees:A prerequisite of the secondary law enforcement position is the completion of the mandatory courses in Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II . If you have not completed the mandatory courses in Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II , you are ineligible for secondary law enforcement position(s) and coverage but may still be considered for a non-law enforcement position.If you are not a current Bureau of Prisons employee, you must submit training records demonstrating you have completed the mandatory courses in Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II to your hiring Human Resource office prior to appointment.This is a secondary law enforcement coverage position. Individuals that DO NOT have three years of law enforcement coverage gained in a primary law enforcement position by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, will not be eligible for this position.Tenure Limitation: This position has a four-year tenure limitation. At the end of the 4th year, incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the Agency. It is expected that upon the completion of the 3rd year, incumbent will be seeking positions nationwide. Once an instructor fulfills the tenure limit agreement, the Agency, at its' discretion, will place the employee into an alternative position (same grade) with probability of a geographic relocation.MOBILITY STATEMENT: A mobility statement is required for this position. You must agree to relocate anywhere at the convenience of the Bureau of Prisons upon completion of your training.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.Read more* BenefitsHelpA 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. Opens in a new windowLearn 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.The following Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) are required:If your composite score exceeds the average score for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your online assessment questionnaire responses and utilized to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. If you rate yourself higher than what is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.There are several parts of the application process that affect the overall evaluation of your application:* Your resume, which is part of your USAJOBS profile;* Your responses to the eligibility questions;* Your responses to the online assessment questionnaire;* Your supporting documentation, if required.Time-in-Grade: Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements for consideration. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.Experience that would not normally be part of the Federal employee's position is creditable when documented by satisfactory evidence (e.g., a memorandum from the manager, Human Resource Manager, SF-52, etc.) that includes specific timeframes (MM/YYYY) format and number of hours performing duties.What Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are Required for this Position?The following Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) are required:* Ability to communicate orally both in presentations and during individual interactions.* Ability to communicate in writing.* Ability to identify and coordinate/manage training programs.* Knowledge of the policy, directives and regulations of the Federal Prison system, governing control of institutional operations and security.You may preview questions for this vacancy.* BenefitsHelpA 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. Opens in a new windowLearn 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.* Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.* Resume showing relevant experience (cover letter optional)* In order to receive credit for experience contained in an application, 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.* Current or former Federal employees NOT employed by the Bureau of Prisons MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment, tenure group, and salary. If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. If you are applying for a higher grade, and your experience was gained at a Federal agency other than the Bureau of Prisons, you MUST provide the SF-50 Form which verifies the length of time you have been in your highest grade and supports your claim for time in grade.* Employees applying with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment.* Current federal employees NOT employed by the BOP and former federal employees MUST submit a copy of their latest yearly performance appraisal/evaluation.* CTAP, Click Here, if applicable.Failure to provide these documents could possibly result in removal from consideration for this vacancy. If 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.We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, delays in mail service, applicant application errors, etc.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.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.* How to ApplyYou 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.Required supporting documentation must be electronically uploaded or transferred from USAJOBS (uploaded).All required supporting documentation MUST be received by the Consolidated Staffing Unit by 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the closing date of the vacancy announcement. You MUST include the vacancy announcement number on your supporting documentation.NOTE: Failure to follow these application procedures will result in the applicant losing consideration for this position.Paper applications: If applying online is impossible, please contact the Consolidated Staffing 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 PrisonsConsolidated Staffing Unit346 Marine Forces DriveGrand Prairie, TX 75051E-Mail: ...@bop.govPhone: 972-###-####Agency contact informationCSUPhone 972-###-#### Email ...@bop.govAddress JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONSConsolidated Staffing Unit346 Marine Forces DriveGrand Prairie, Texas 75051United StatesLearn more about this agencyNext stepsWe will notify you of the outcome after each step of the application process has been completed. Normally, Selecting Officials will make a selection within 90-days. When deemed necessary, the selection process may be extended up to 180-days from the date the certificate(s), (Exception, Best Qualified Lists) is/are generated to make a selection.* Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Criminal history inquiries* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Financial suitability* New employee probationary period* Privacy Act* Reasonable accommodation policy* Selective Service* Signature and false statements* Social security number requestHelpRequired Documents* Resume showing relevant experience (cover letter optional)* In order to receive credit for experience contained in an application, 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.* Current or former Federal employees NOT employed by the Bureau of Prisons MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment, tenure group, and salary. If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. If you are applying for a higher grade, and your experience was gained at a Federal agency other than the Bureau of Prisons, you MUST provide the SF-50 Form which verifies the length of time you have been in your highest grade and supports your claim for time in grade.* Employees applying with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment.* Current federal employees NOT employed by the BOP and former federal employees MUST submit a copy of their latest yearly performance appraisal/evaluation.* CTAP, Click Here, if applicable.Failure to provide these documents could possibly result in removal from consideration for this vacancy. If 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.We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, delays in mail service, applicant application errors, etc.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.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.HelpHow to ApplyYou 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.Required supporting documentation must be electronically uploaded or transferred from USAJOBS (uploaded).All required supporting documentation MUST be received by the Consolidated Staffing Unit by 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on the closing date of the vacancy announcement. You MUST include the vacancy announcement number on your supporting documentation.NOTE: Failure to follow these application procedures will result in the applicant losing consideration for this position.Paper applications: If applying online is impossible, please contact the Consolidated Staffing 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 PrisonsConsolidated Staffing Unit346 Marine Forces DriveGrand Prairie, TX 75051E-Mail: ...@bop.govPhone: 972-###-####Read moreAgency contact informationCSUPhone 972-###-#### Email ...@bop.govAddress JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONSConsolidated Staffing Unit346 Marine Forces DriveGrand Prairie, Texas 75051United StatesLearn more about this agencyNext stepsWe will notify you of the outcome after each step of the application process has been completed. Normally, Selecting Officials will make a selection within 90-days. When deemed necessary, the selection process may be extended up to 180-days from the date the certificate(s), (Exception, Best Qualified Lists) is/are generated to make a selection.Read moreFair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Criminal history inquiries* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Financial suitability* New employee probationary period* Privacy Act* Reasonable accommodation policy* Selective Service* Signature and false statements* Social security number requestPrintShare* Email* Facebook* LinkedIn* TwitterHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates12/12/2024 to 01/06/2025* Salary$96,684 - $125,685 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 12* Location* Aurora, CO 2 vacancies* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleNo* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - Travel may be required for training and/or work related issues.* Relocation expenses reimbursedNo* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time - A SIGNED MOBILITY STATEMENT WILL BE REQUIRED. (Please see Additional Information Section for details).* ServiceCompetitive* Promotion potential12 - A SIGNED MOBILITY STATEMENT WILL BE REQUIRED.* Job family (Series)* 0006 Correctional Institution Administration* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceOther* Drug testYes* Announcement numberDET-2025-0001* Control number823744600This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/823744600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.