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Posted: April 8, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Special Investigative Services Technician

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Department of Justice

Fresh

Location

Three Rivers, Texas

Salary

$59,897 - $76,741

per year

Closes

April 29, 2026More DOJ jobs →

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves supporting investigations into inmate rule violations in a federal prison, such as assaults, smuggling drugs or contraband, and gang activities, by helping prepare reports, handle evidence, and provide computer assistance to senior investigators.

It also requires actively participating in maintaining the prison's security and safety as part of the daily team.

A good fit would be someone detail-oriented with experience in investigations or corrections who can handle sensitive information and work in a high-security environment.

Key Requirements

  • Assist in conducting investigations of inmate violations including assaults, contraband introduction, narcotics possession, currency handling, and gang activities
  • Develop reports, prepare correspondence, and maintain evidence during investigations lasting from hours to months
  • Provide computer support to Special Investigative Agent/Supervisor
  • Perform regular correctional duties to maintain institution security, which takes precedence over other tasks
  • Work in a federal correctional facility environment requiring adherence to Bureau of Prisons policies
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with accuracy and discretion

Full Job Description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

What are the Major Duties of this Position? This position is located in a Federal Bureau of Prisons federal correctional facility, in the Special Investigative Services Office.

Serves as an assistant to the Special Investigative Agent (SIA)/Special Investigative Supervisor (SIS) and is responsible for providing assistance during investigations, developing reports, preparing correspondence, maintaining evidence, and computer support.

Assists the SIA/SIS in conducting investigations of inmate violations of BOP prohibited acts of various severity levels, such as assaults, introduction of contraband or narcotics, possession of money or currency, communicating gang affiliation and/or participating in gang activities, and other prohibited activities.

Investigations can range in length from several hours to weeks or months depending on severity.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, the Special Investigative Services Technician 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. Major Duties:

What are the Major Duties of this Position? This position is located in a Federal Bureau of Prisons federal correctional facility, in the Special Investigative Services Office.

Serves as an assistant to the Special Investigative Agent (SIA)/Special Investigative Supervisor (SIS) and is responsible for providing assistance during investigations, developing reports, preparing correspondence, maintaining evidence, and computer support.

Assists the SIA/SIS in conducting investigations of inmate violations of BOP prohibited acts of various severity levels, such as assaults, introduction of contraband or narcotics, possession of money or currency, communicating gang affiliation and/or participating in gang activities, and other prohibited activities.

Investigations can range in length from several hours to weeks or months depending on severity.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, the Special Investigative Services Technician 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.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 4/8/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/9/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: TRV-2026-0025