Pharmacist (Chief Pharmacist)
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
Summary
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Summary
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Overview
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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/14/2026 to 01/29/2026
Benefits & Compensation
$105,519 to - $137,178 per year
Benefits & Compensation
scale & grade
GS 12
Location
Milan, MI
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel may be required for training.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work Schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Job family (Series)
0660 Pharmacist
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
Yes
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
MIL-2026-0009
Control number
854518800
- THIS IS A DELEGATED EXAMINING ANNOUNCEMENT OPEN TO ALL U. S. CITIZENS.
- Duty Location: FCI Milan, MI
Duties
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Serves as the Chief Pharmacist at a Federal Bureau of Prisons’ correctional facility. Responsible for all aspects of pharmacy operations including dispensing, pharmaceutical care, clinical and community relations, and accreditation compliance
- Plans and provides a completely integrated pharmacy program and coordinates these programs with all other departments within the institution. This includes the provision of pharmacy services, which may include inpatient, outpatient, parenteral preparations, and logistical solutions to satellite facilities including detention centers, camps, WitSec units, administrative detention, and disciplinary segregation. Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the medication delivery system and assures that the integrity of all medications are maintained and properly stored. Responsible for the institution’s pharmaceutical budget and ensures national contract compliance as the Contract Officer Technical Representative (COTR) for the Preferred Prime Vendor (PPV) program, Veterans Administration (VA) contracts, Federal Supply Schedules (FSS), General Services Administration (GSA), and mandatory contracts as they pertain to medication ordering. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff's correctional
Key Responsibilities
precede all others required by this position and is performed on a regular and recurring basis.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
U. S. Citizens
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist (Chief Pharmacist) at Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all General pharmacist listings evaluated on our platform.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
General — Pharmacist Career Context
This General position at Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is open to pharmacist candidates.
Pharmacists are expanding beyond traditional dispensing roles into clinical consulting, medication management, and remote pharmacy services.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Remote - Michigan.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($2k–$0k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
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Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
2mo ago
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