The United States Capitol Police (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.
Summary
The United States Capitol Police (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.
This position is located within the Office of Inspector
General (OIG). The OIG has statutory oversight responsibility covering the
United States Capitol Police (USCP). This oversight responsibility includes
conducting and reporting on audits, inspections, evaluations, investigations, and
special inquiries of all USCP organizational entities. These audits,
inspections, and evaluations encompass
the following: (a) the operating, administration, and financial activities of
USCP Bureaus and Offices; and are directed to determine compliance with
applicable laws, economy, and efficiency and/or achievement of program results;
and (b) selected claims, costs, cost proposals, and cost and pricing data
arising from loans or other agreements entered into by USCP.
With a professional, comprehensive knowledge of the theories, principles, and
practices of inspections and evaluations, and knowledge of organizational
practices and functions, the incumbent of this position independently plans and
conducts inspections and evaluations or participates as a team member of inspections
and evaluations led by higher-graded staff. The inspections and evaluations conducted
may involve financial records and systems or consist of activities to review
and evaluate the performance of an entity's assigned functions or activities
involved in the detection of fraud, waste, and abuse. The incumbent of this
position may also assist with OIG audits.
The individual
selected for this position will:
Plan, organize, coordinate, conduct, and prepare reports on inspections, evaluations, analyses, and reviews.
Conduct and lead inspections and evaluations of USCP to assess efficiency and effectiveness of operations and compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
As a team or independently, clearly define project goals, objectives, scope, and methodology to assess USCP programs and activities.
Research applicable laws, directives, regulations, manuals, and prior studies and reports to learn new and complex material quickly and understand issues. Provide and document comprehensive background information including pertinent legislation, regulations, and other information and materials relevant to the inspection or evaluation.
Gather and analyze information and data using a range of qualitative and quantitative techniques and methods. Perform data and trend analyses of USCP programs to identify operational problems and make recommendations.
Coordinate with team members to conduct onsite visits with minimal supervision. Monitor activities, provide assistance, and ensure objectives of the inspection or evaluation are being satisfactorily fulfilled within the desirable timeframe. Recommend alternate courses of action and changes in schedule when targets cannot be met or objectives need to be modified.
Ensure that inspection and evaluation findings are supportable and meet standards, and that conclusions and recommendations are sound and reasonable.
Prepare, review, and edit draft reports. Submit comprehensive objective reports of the inspection or evaluation that effectively communicate results and make recommendations to improve agency operations, as appropriate.
Brief and present written reports to high level government officials in a clear, concise, timely, and objective manner.
You must be a U.S. citizen.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
Must complete a one-year probationary period.
This position is ELIGIBLE for telework as determined by the OIG policy.
Must have Direct Deposit.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance. *THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION*
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
You must meet the minimum basic educational and/or work experience requirements for this position (see education);
and
At the CP-09 level, you must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-08/GS-10 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled:
Specialized experience is defined as (1) developing project plans, executing plans, gathering and analyzing data, documenting results, and developing recommendations based on findings to increase efficiency and effectiveness; (2) leading projects, to ensure activities completed on schedule and in compliance with federal inspection and evaluation quality standards; (3) utilizing advanced written and oral communication techniques to effectively present findings and recommendations, negotiate solutions, and to independently develop, communicate, and analyze requests for information/data calls; and (4) managing interagency relationships with senior personnel.
*Salary will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience*
Highly Desired Skills
Experience conducting or overseeing inspections or
evaluations. Possess a relevant professional certification to include Certified
Inspector General Inspector/Evaluator (CIGE), Certified Information Systems
Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified
Government Financial Manager (CGFM).
All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required with a minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA). Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Additional information
Additional Conditions of Employment with the USCP: As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. Criminal History Check -- Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment. Credit Check -- Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification. Selective Service Registration -- Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. https://www.sss.gov/verify/ Fingerprint Check -- Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of their criminal history record. Background Investigation -- Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.
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.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Evaluation Factors:
We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.
Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.
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.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement: 1. Your resume: Effective September 27, 2025, resume page limit is two (2) pages and should include a description of related job duties as well as dates of employment (mm/yr). Your resume should also include relevant accomplishments and impact achieved. Further resumes should include your GPA for any degree listed. Margins cannot be smaller than .5 all around and the font no smaller than 11-point. 2. Other supporting documents: - College transcript(s), documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.
The complete application package must be submitted by 6:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Office of Inspector General
119 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20510
Next steps
After a review of your application materials is made, 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.
Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement: 1. Your resume: Effective September 27, 2025, resume page limit is two (2) pages and should include a description of related job duties as well as dates of employment (mm/yr). Your resume should also include relevant accomplishments and impact achieved. Further resumes should include your GPA for any degree listed. Margins cannot be smaller than .5 all around and the font no smaller than 11-point. 2. Other supporting documents: - College transcript(s), documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.
The complete application package must be submitted by 6:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Office of Inspector General
119 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20510
Next steps
After a review of your application materials is made, 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.
Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
