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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for correctional program manager in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Correctional Program Managers are professionals responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing rehabilitation and treatment programs within correctional facilities. They coordinate the efforts of staff to ensure inmates receive appropriate education, counseling, vocational training, and other services aimed at reducing recidivism. Their role also involves evaluating program effectiveness, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Correctional Program Managers play a key role in supporting inmates’ successful reintegration into society.

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To thrive as a Correctional Program Manager, you need a solid background in criminal justice, program administration, and case management, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field. Experience with offender management systems, data analysis tools, and knowledge of correctional regulations and rehabilitation programs is typically required. Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills help you effectively manage staff and engage with incarcerated individuals. These competencies are critical for ensuring safety, compliance, and successful rehabilitation outcomes within correctional facilities.

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Correctional Program Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing limited resources, managing diverse inmate needs, and ensuring program compliance with regulations. They must collaborate closely with security staff, mental health professionals, and external agencies to deliver effective rehabilitation and reentry initiatives. Adapting programs to meet changing policies or population dynamics requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a commitment to fostering a safe and supportive environment for both staff and inmates.

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Infographic showing various Correctional Program Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,460 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Charleston, SC • On-site

US Department of the Navy
National Security • 10K+ employees
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$74K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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43rd of 50 rated military and defense

Job description

You will serve as a CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST in the NAVAL CONSOLIDATED BRIG (NAVCONBRIG) of NAVCONBRIG NWS.Qualifications:Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Advising personnel on correctional theories, principles and techniques; 2) Recommending ways to improve effectiveness and efficiency of security operations in order to protect life and property; 3) Analyzing corrections programs in order to determine appropriate staffing levels and resource utilization; 4) Enforcing rules and regulations governing facility security, prisoner accountability and prisoner conduct to ensure judicial sanctions are carried out appropriately; 5) Utilizing standard reference materials and guidelines such as Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Navy (DoN) policies, regulations and/or instructions pertaining to correctional security programs and operations; and 6) Enforcing safety and security measures to protect life and property.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/correctional-institution-administration-series-0006/
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience:
Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree with a major study in correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or other fields related to the position
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Successfully completed three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with a major study in correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or other fields related to the position
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Successfully completed an LL.M. degree that is related to the position being filled with a major study in correctional administration, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology. https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/
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Have a combination of experience and graduate education as described above that equates to one year of experience.Employment Type: OTHER

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