Join a federal corrections organization that prioritizes humane, secure facilities and public safety. This onsite role in Berlin, New Hampshire offers a competitive salary range of $50,241 to $72,328 per year, plus a potential 13% retention incentive for eligible selectees. You will receive on the job training through required programs and contribute to human resource operations that support staff and offenders alike, all within a facility that centers on fair processes and professional development.
Benefits and opportunities
Location: FCI Berlin, NH; Onsite work environment with a focus on humane and secure operations. Salary range: USD 50,241 to 72,328 per year. Eligible for a 13 percent retention incentive for selectees meeting retention criteria. Pre-employment and training requirements include the Introduction to Correctional Techniques course at Glynco, Georgia. This position emphasizes developing and administering HR programs, staffing functions, and employee relations in a federal correctional setting.
Responsibilities
- Position is based in the Human Resources Office of a Bureau of Prisons federal correctional facility.
- Assist in administering and implementing facility HR programs.
- Develop recruitment sources and methods to support staffing needs.
- Participate in recruitment activities and advise prospective applicants.
- Schedule and conduct interviews; request certificates of eligible candidates; prepare requests for security clearances.
- Assist in administering employee relations matters, including incentive awards, the performance evaluation program, and leave administration.
- Administer the incentive awards program, the performance evaluation program, and the leave administration program.
- Assist in administering the employee-management relations program to maintain stable, cooperative relations between management and line staff.
- Provide advisory services to a wide range of employees; advise timekeepers, employees, managers, and supervisors on leave regulations.
- Maintain security of the institution as part of correctional responsibilities; correctional duties take precedence and are performed regularly.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Selective Service registration is required (see http://www.sss.gov).
- Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP) considerations: eligibility, well-qualified rating (at least half of the total points for the vacancy KSAs), and submission of appropriate documentation.
Who may apply
The position is open to the public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States. This is a delegated examining announcement open to all U.S. citizens. Duty location is FCI Berlin, NH. A 13% retention incentive may be paid to selectees who meet retention criteria.
Required documents
- Veterans' Preference Documentation
- Failure to submit all required documents may affect eligibility for preference.
- DD-214: For veterans discharged under honorable or general conditions.
- SF-15 and additional documentation if claiming 10-point veteran preference (disabled veteran, Purple Heart, spouse, etc.).
- VA letter showing name and combined service-connected evaluation.
- Active duty within 120 days: Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with required service details.
How to apply
- Apply online at www.USAJOBS.gov. Register, answer prompts, and submit all required documents.
- Limit your resume to two pages; longer resumes may render the application ineligible.
- A resume alone does not constitute a complete application.
- Additional forms or supplemental materials may be required as described in the Required Documents section.
- Carefully review the full job announcement and the How to Apply instructions.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Education and qualifications
Education: A bachelor's degree or graduate-level education is required for this position. If education is used to satisfy qualification requirements, upload legible transcripts through USAJOBS showing the school name, degree, and date awarded. Foreign education recognition guidelines apply as per the U.S. Department of Education. Superior Academic Achievement provisions may apply if applicable, with transcript required for consideration. If you are currently on active duty, submit appropriate documentation indicating expected discharge with service dates and honorable or general character of service.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Ability to communicate orally.
- Ability to communicate in writing.
- Ability to interpret and apply policy.
- Knowledge of personnel policies and procedures.
- Ability to plan and organize work.
