The United States Capitol Police (USCP) is a CALEA nationally-accredited, federal law enforcement agency. The USCP safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) is a CALEA nationally-accredited, federal law enforcement agency. The USCP safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
Current USCP sworn employees at the rank of Captain with 12 months time-in-rank.
The Inspector reports to a Deputy Chief of Police or above, or a civilian Office Director, and is responsible for directing and managing all Division operations to ensure the protection and security of members of Congress, congressional staff and visitors, and the continuation of government. As a commander, the Inspector has the responsibility for leadership and supervision of all assigned personnel.
This position is also charged with administration and management of Department-wide policies and plans that guide daily operations, building methodologies for assessing threats and risks, assessing training relative to mission needs, estimating resource needs, developing response capabilities, and charting future division strategies. In addition, incumbent is responsible for budgets; use of overtime; assignment of work; and developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
Leads a diverse workforce of law enforcement officers and civilians, many of whom are represented by authorized bargaining units, towards successful achievement of the Department's vision, mission, and goals. Provides an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Develops networks, builds alliances, collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. Identifies the internal and external influences that impact the work of the division and acts accordingly to gain cooperation from others to obtain information and resources critical to accomplishing goals.
Has overall responsibility, as well as delegated authority, for the oversight and administration of broad, emerging, and/or critical agency programs or operations. Primarily responsible for the direction and management of large-scale Department programs and operations to efficiently achieve specified goals and objectives. Evaluates current and proposed programs and operations and recommends actions to initiate, modify, or discontinue projects as needed.
Provides division guidance to all subordinates on an executive level and partners with other Inspectors and Deputy Chiefs of Police, Office Directors, and civilian managers in a variety of forums. Formulates objectives and priorities in concert with his/her Bureau Commander. Implements plans, policies and procedures consistent with the short and long term interests of the division; anticipates and promotes the linkage between the operational and administrative functions in keeping with the strategic direction of the division; adheres to the Strategic Plan of the Department and elements of the strategic Human Capital Plan.
Develops and implements the Division's operational readiness plans and programs in support of the Department's overall goals and objectives. Assumes or assigns incident commander responsibilities as appropriate and integrates resources and assets in resolving operational incidents at the most effective and efficient level. Informs USCP senior leadership on operational and administrative resource allocations and response capabilities.
Sets priorities, delegates work and holds others accountable for high-quality, timely and cost efficient results. Ensures compliance of all internal controls for planning for and responding to emergency incidents as well as administration of administrative activities within chain of command. Develops and implements Continuation of Operations Plan (COOP) and Continuation of Government (COG) procedures in support of the Department's goals and objectives.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various stakeholders, including Members of Congress and their staff, other legislative and executive agencies, and distinguished members of the public. Establishes and maintains close and cooperative working relationships with USCP management, other agencies, in order to advance the programs and objectives of the USCP.
Provides leadership and management oversight for subordinate employees. Set performance goals through mentoring and effective communication. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates staff on organizational performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Takes personnel actions as necessary. Provides advice and counsel to staff members and subordinate managers related to work and policy matters. Holds subordinates accountable. Assures that organization staff at all levels is trained with the requisite requirements.
Promotes the spirit and practice of diversity and/or equal employment opportunity programs, ensuring that the commitment to equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, and national origin is carried forward in all aspects of Human Resources management.
All applicants must meet the following eligibility factors in order to be considered for the position of Inspector:
1. Candidates must have completed 12 months of continuous time-in-rank as a Captain prior to the closing date of this announcement.
2. Candidates must not have been in a non-duty status for more than 30 consecutive days in the past 12 months prior to the closing date of this announcement unless otherwise authorized by law (e.g., performance of duty injury, FMLA, and USERRA).
3. Candidates must not have any Departmental documentation that specifically limits his/her eligibility to participate in the promotional process by the close of the vacancy announcement.
4. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the selection date.
5. Must be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the selection date unless otherwise authorized by law (e.g., performance of duty injury, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)).
6. Must successfully complete the Application and Assessment Questionnaire.
Applications and supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. The selection list will be active for consideration for a period of one (1) year from the date of the approval of the first promotion by the Chief of Police. An applicant must maintain eligibility to participate in the process while the list is active.
An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the OHR.
The promotional process may be revised at the discretion of the Chief of Police consistent with applicable law, rule, and regulation.
This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions.
This position is NOT included in a collective bargaining unit.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Interview Panel will review materials submitted by the eligible applicants as well as applicant background, experience and employment history, including any Inspector General audits, investigations, disciplinary history, and resume. The Interview Panel will interview the eligible applicants and score them on their responses to each interview question. Based on the interview scores and its review of all materials outlined above, the Interview Panel will provide recommendations to the Chief of Police for consideration.
The Chief of Police shall make final promotional decisions based on recommendations of the Interview Panel, and an independent review of the eligible applicant's documentation/information.
Applicants must submit a copy of the following documents by uploading and attaching the documents to the on-line application system.
1. Resume. Your resume should include full description of your job duties as well as dates (mm/yr) of employment. Include any executive level law enforcement training and development activities.
2. Assessment Questionnaire. Select and submit answers to the items in the Assessment Questionnaire.
3. Mandatory Questions. Responses to the three (3) mandatory questions that address your background and qualifications related to the position of Inspector. Responses should not exceed two (2) pages per question.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation is submitted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this position.
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
1. Once the online application is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.
2. The OHR will review the online application to determine eligibility to participate in the promotional process and notify you of your eligibility status.
3. Eligible applicants will be contacted by the OHR to schedule interviews.
4. Following interviews and review of applicant documentation/information, the Interview Panel will make promotion recommendations to the Chief of Police for consideration.
To apply for this position, you must attach your resume and answer the questions in the Assessment Questionnaire.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the "Submit My Answers" button to submit your application package.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the "Application Status" link and then select the "Additional Application Information" link. The "Details" page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click "Update Application" in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are experiencing problems, please contact the Office of Human Resources, United States Capitol Police, at 202-593-3370.
When you submit the completed online assessment questionnaire and all required documents, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your application material is completed, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
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