Correctional Officer

Correctional Officer — FCI Williamsburg

Salary: $51,632–$78,483 Recruitment Incentive: $25,000–$39,000 

About the Role

Join a mission‑driven team that plays a vital role in public safety. As a Correctional Officer with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, you help maintain a safe, humane, and secure environment while supporting the BOP mission to protect society and provide opportunities for positive change.

What You’ll Do

Maintain safety, security, and accountability within the institution

Conduct rounds, searches, and inspections

Respond to emergencies and support orderly operations

Encourage positive behavior and reentry preparation

Work as part of a professional, highly trained team

Why This Career Matters

Correctional Officers are essential to institutional safety and community protection. You’ll build skills in communication, leadership, crisis response, and federal operations — experience that opens doors across the Bureau of Prisons.

What We Offer

Competitive federal salary ($51,632–$78,483)

Recruitment incentive of $25,000–$39,000

Comprehensive federal benefits (health, retirement, paid leave)

Paid training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC)

Clear pathways for advancement across BOP locations nationwide