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Correctional Institution Administrator (Warden)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Posted 5 days ago
On-site Full-time Atwater, CA $152K – $228K Apply by Jun 25, 2026 Correctional Institution Administration ENTJ Operations
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This position is located at the United States Penitentiary, Atwater, CA. Under the general direction of the Regional Director, the incumbent serves as the SES Warden providing administrative oversight and direction over programs within the institution.
What You'll Do
- →As the SES Warden at the United States Penitentiary, Atwater, CA, the incumbent is responsible for the overall management of a federal prison, the mission of which is the safekeeping, care, protection, discipline, programming, and release of more than 1,256 inmates charged with or convicted of offenses against the United States.
- →Many of these inmates have complex sentences and have compiled serious records of institution misconduct which indicate they require stringent security measures.
- →Under the general direction of the Regional Director, incumbent is delegated full authority and responsibility for carrying out the directives of the federal courts and the Attorney General.
- →Incumbent is responsible for all administrative functions of the institution, including planning and coordinating all programs related to security, discipline, etc., and developmental issues with regard to federal inmates.
- →To receive serious consideration, applicants for this position must demonstrate successful performance and creative leadership in senior management position(s).
Requirements
- ✓This position does not have an education requirement.
Benefits
- ★The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
- ★The link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to federal employees: Click Here
Personality Fit
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