What is the Correctional Officer (Senior Officer Specialist GL-07) role at Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Correctional Officer (Senior Officer Specialist GL-07) position at Department of Justice.

Ms.Smith

What position is being offered at the Department of Justice in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico?

Ms.Smith

They’re looking for a Correctional Officer, specifically a Senior Officer Specialist at the GL-07 level.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this Correctional Officer position?

Ms.Smith

The salary ranges from $58,771 to $92,921.

Dr.Job

What’s the promotion potential for this job?

Ms.Smith

There’s a full promotion potential up to GL-08/10, with the highest salary being $98,113 in San Jose-San Francisco, CA.

Dr.Job

What qualifications do you need to be considered for this position?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need either one full academic year of graduate education in a related field or at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level.

Dr.Job

Can you give examples of specialized experience that would qualify for this role?

Ms.Smith

Sure! Examples include working as a Correctional Officer, Jailer, or Deputy Sheriff, where you’ve supervised inmates, enforced rules, and conducted various count procedures.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Correctional Officer (Senior Officer Specialist GL-07)
Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Salary: $58771-$92921
Industry: Government / Public Service / Military
Location: Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Posted on: 10/01/2025