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Lock and Security Specialist (Assistant Locksmith)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Posted 4 days ago
On-site Pollock, LA $57K – $82K Apply by Jun 23, 2026 Miscellaneous Administration And Program ENTJESFJESTJISTJ Trades
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Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
What You'll Do
- →Installs locks, locking devices, and locking systems.
- →Installs new and modern locks in wooden and steel doors.
- →Replaces or services worn or outdated security locks and systems.
- →Conducts short and long-range planning or maintenance and implements replacement programs for locks and security devices.
- →Assists in maintaining the budget for maintenance, overhaul, and special projects associated with institution security.
- →Assists in maintaining the armory and makes repairs or services weapons and equipment as necessary.
- →Assists in maintaining inventory and proper level of supplies and equipment that are stored, handled, and prepared for transportation as necessary to ensure the armory is in a state of readiness at all times.
- →Serves as the assistant staff advisor on locks, security devices, firearms, stun munitions, and chemical weapons.
- →Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.
- →The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.
Requirements
- ✓Career Transition Programs (CTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service.
- ✓To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1.
- ✓Meet CTAP eligibility criteria; 2.
- ✓Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and 3.
- ✓Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location.
- ✓See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information.
- ✓NOTE: Applicants claiming CTAP eligibility must complete all assessment questions to be rated under the established ranking criteria.
- ✓EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.
- ✓More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.
- ✓See 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.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 0248261b-a36b-4084-855b-74865479ae56
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