The incumbent plays a vital role in coordinating and overseeing security projects impacting the Capitol Campus environment. The incumbent is responsible for collaboration and communication with key stakeholders and various Capitol Campus partners, and monitoring and oversight of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and are deconflicted from House Sergeant at Arms equities.
This is a non-supervisory position.
Summary
The incumbent plays a vital role in coordinating and overseeing security projects impacting the Capitol Campus environment. The incumbent is responsible for collaboration and communication with key stakeholders and various Capitol Campus partners, and monitoring and oversight of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and are deconflicted from House Sergeant at Arms equities.
Serves as a primary project liaison between the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), United States Capitol Police (USCP), Senate Sergeant at Arms (SAA), and other Capitol campus partners. Builds positive working relationships with Capitol campus project managers and organizational staff from these entities.
Acts as an advocate on behalf of Member offices to ensure deconfliction of Capitol campus projects and Member, staff, and office operations.
Assists in defining project scopes, boundaries, and timelines.
Supports and develops internal project schedules, tracking milestones, and identifying deconfliction priorities.
Assists in the preparation of project status reports, highlighting progress, challenges, and potential roadblocks.
Maintains accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, project work plans, reports, and data entry. Ensures all project documentation and associated data are properly archived in the Campus Security repository structure.
Assists in developing after-action reviews and participates in post-project reviews internally and with campus partners to identify lessons learned for future projects.
Applies a basic understanding of common security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.
Utilizes project management technology such as Microsoft Project, ClickUp, Asana, MS Teams, and Outlook to effectively assist the Campus Security team.
Supports the Deputy Assistant Sergeant at Arms, Campus Security, and the Program Manager, Campus Security Operations, to further the goals of the SAA Office. Provides updates to Sergeant at Arms leadership as needed.
Work Schedule: Full-time, permanent. Monday - Friday, Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.
The incumbent may be required to return to his/her assigned duty station or work remotely to provide support to the House, its personnel and/or facilities, particularly during crisis periods, or to address requirements for assessing received threats and implementing required security procedures to prevent or mitigate any resulting consequences.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance. A preemployment drug test is required for positions requiring a security clearance.
Qualifications
Work Experience:
Desired project management experience in law enforcement, security, or a related field, to include roles in policing, security management, emergency response, or intelligence analysis preferred. Prior experience working with or within the legislative branch or government and familiarity with the Capitol Hill complex and its security protocols preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal. The position requires preparing time-sensitive reports and communicating with various stakeholders.
Must have the ability to gather, analyze, and disseminate information effectively. This includes monitoring police activity, tracking incidents, and reporting information to senior staff.
Must have experience coordinating activities between different organizations or teams. The role involves liaison with the USCP and other entities.
Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. The position involves dealing with time-sensitive and event-driven situations.
Must possess knowledge of or have the ability to quickly learn relevant USCP Command Center Policies, House Rules, Committee rules, and House Sergeant at Arms policies.
Knowledge of incident reporting and management systems preferred.
The ability to deliver briefings to senior-level staff preferred.
Education
A degree in a relevant field (e.g. criminal justice, public administration, engineering, or political science) or equivalent work experience preferred.
Additional information
The Sergeant at Arms is the Chief Law Enforcement and Protocol Officer for the U.S. House of Representatives. The Office of the Sergeant at Arms provides premier security, safety and protocol services to Members, Committees and the staff who serve them. To accomplish our mission, we have an extremely dedicated team whose diverse strengths provide the highest level of professionalism and expertise in each of our divisions: Immediate Office, Security & Law Enforcement Operations, Protocol and Special Events, Chamber Operations, Administration, House Garages and Parking Security, House Security, Information and Identification Services, and Emergency Management. These divisions collectively and collaboratively ensure and enhance the safety and security of House operations.
Title 1 of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, as amended (5 U.S.C app§ 101 et seq.) requires certain House employees to file Financial Disclosure Statements. For information, please visit http://clerk.house.gov/public_disc/index.aspx.
Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will.
This is a non-supervisory position.
This position has been determined to be EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
The SAA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, or age.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/3919?c=house by 7:00 p.m. on August 22, 2025. Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview.
Veterans' Preference Information:
Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.
**To receive information on veterans' preference consideration, please email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov. Please note the word "Veteran" in the subject line and note the job title in the body of the email.
Office of the Sergeant at Arms, US House of Representatives
192 Ford House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
US
Next steps
Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview. Candidates will be contacted directly if considered for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/3919?c=house by 7:00 p.m. on August 22, 2025. Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview.
Veterans' Preference Information:
Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.
**To receive information on veterans' preference consideration, please email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov. Please note the word "Veteran" in the subject line and note the job title in the body of the email.
Office of the Sergeant at Arms, US House of Representatives
192 Ford House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
US
Next steps
Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview. Candidates will be contacted directly if considered for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.