What is the Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain GS-13) 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 Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain GS-13) position at Department of Justice.

Ms.Smith

What’s the job title and where is it located?

Ms.Smith

The job title is Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain GS-13), and it’s located in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $109,383 to $177,767.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience do I need to qualify for this job?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need at least one year of specialized experience that’s similar in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.

Dr.Job

Can you give me some examples of qualifying experience for this position?

Ms.Smith

Sure! Some examples include advising executive staff on custodial and security matters, formulating and implementing correctional policy, coordinating with other departments for security controls, and developing the departmental budget.

Dr.Job

How do I get credit for my experience when applying?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need to show the actual time you spent on relevant activities, like the number of hours worked per week, to receive proper credit for your experience.

Dr.Job

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

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Supervisory Correctional Officer (Captain GS-13)
Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Salary: $109383-$177767
Industry: Administrative / Office
Location: Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
Posted on: 10/01/2025