Correctional Program Specialist (Discipline Hearing Officer)

Will conduct hearings at the institution, region or other assigned institutions referred by a Unit Discipline Committee or Regional Discipline Hearing Administrator. Conducts administrative fact finding hearings concerning alleged acts of misconduct and violations of prohibited acts, including acts which could result in criminal charges. Reviews incident reports and written statements; decides which witnesses need to be called; takes and records testimony relevant to the charges; obtains, reviews and weighs evidence; and determines whether or not the allegations of misconduct are supported by the evidence submitted. Position involves the review and analysis of administrative rules, court decisions and quasi-criminal procedures with assistance from the legal counsel of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Examines incident reports for accuracy and policy compliance, taking into consideration constitutionally mandated rights.