(FBOP) - Appropriately filling positions throughout the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) is a top priority for the well-being of our dedicated employees and the safety of those in our care. Through recruitment and retention incentives, by modernizing our recruitment strategies, and by increasing employee training we are beginning to see some improvement. Recently, a waiver was granted to increase the maximum entry age (for non-preference eligibles) for the position of Correctional Officer (GL-0007-05/06/07/08) to further expand our recruitment efforts.
The Department of Justice's Policy Statement 1200.07, Exceptions to the Maximum Entry Age and Mandatory Retirement Age for Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs), delegates from the Assistant Attorney General for Administration to the Heads of Components the authority to make exceptions to the maximum entry age of LEOs up to the date preceding an individual's 40th birthday. The FBOP is exercising this authority for non-preference eligibles for GL-0007 Correctional Officer positions at the 05/06/07 and 08 grade levels.
From October 1, 2023, until September 30, 2024, the opening period of the 2024 Correctional Officer standing inventory announcement, non-veteran preference eligible qualified applicants who have not reached their 40th birthday will be eligible for certification and employment consideration. This temporary change will also permit consideration of Correctional Officer non-veteran preference eligible qualified applicants at select locations with Direct Hiring authority. This exception will expire on September 30, 2024; therefore, all applicants must enter on duty before September 30, 2024.
A career with the Federal Bureau of Prisons offers job security, 401k with 5% matching, and law enforcement retirement in 20-25 years, along with many other benefits. To apply for a Correctional Officer position, or any other vacancies at the FBOP, go to www.usajobs.gov. To learn of the many opportunities we have available, visit our public website at www.bop.gov. For specific questions and hiring information, please call the Federal Bureau of Prisons' National Recruitment Office for further assistance at 1-866-307-1045.