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.
Clarification from the agency: Only Current USCP sworn agency employees in USB, SOD, K-9 or PSB-ID. This is a collateral duty position. Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: https://uscp.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=uscp&source=USA
This position is located in the Special Operations Division (SOD).
Crisis Negotiators are responsible for responding to and resolving barricade
situations, hostage situations, attempted suicides and other crisis situations.
Intensive training is provided to obtain the critical skills and abilities to
conduct these responsibilities. This position is a collateral duty assignment.
The incumbent is responsible for assisting in coordinating negotiations and
crisis interventions during critical incidents and identifying resources
required for the safe resolution of the incident. Responds to the scene, assesses the totality of the situation, secures the
area, gages the threat to hostages or bystanders, and requests additional units
as appropriate. Defuses potentially life threatening situations through the use of proven
verbal crisis management techniques. Responsible for keeping notes, and ensuring that the primary negotiator sees
and hears everything in the proper perspective. Responsible for assisting in coordinating negotiations and crisis interventions
during critical incidents. Performs overall duties related to the mission of the USCP and crisis
negotiations. Participates on a continuous in-service training and all other activities
designated by the Crisis Negotiation Commander.
Multiple vacancies exist. The number positions will be determined by the needs
of the Department. The selection list will be active for a period of one (1)
year from the date of approval of the selection memorandum unless an applicant
withdraws in writing his/her application to the Office of Human Resources
(OHR). This position is a collateral duty.
Must be a current USCP sworn employee below the rank of Lieutenant and must have attained the rank of Sergeant by the closing date of this announcement. 2. Must be able to pass the training class. 3. 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)). 4. Must be available to work flexible working hours, all shifts.
Qualifications
1. Must be a USCP sworn employee below the rank of Lieutenant; have
successfully completed your probationary period by the closing date of this
announcement; and have attained the rank of Sergeant by the closing date of
this announcement. 2. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the closing date of this
announcement. 3. 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)). 4. Must be currently assigned to USB, SOD, K-9, or PSB-ID All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy
announcement.
Education
There is no education substitute for experience in this series and/or grade.
Additional information
Applications and supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions. This position is a collateral duty.
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.
The following selection process will be used to further assess candidates who have met the initial eligibility factors. Candidates must qualify under each phase to be considered in subsequent phases. Phase I: Initial Qualification - The Office of Human Resources (OHR) will conduct an eligibility factor review as outlined in this vacancy. In consultation with OHR, a review of all candidates' resume will be conducted by an appointed assessment panel. Phase II: KSA Assessment - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities will be evaluated by an appointed assessment panel. Phase III: Structured Interview - Candidates eligible for Phase III will be scheduled for an oral interview. Results of this selection process will be used to recommend candidates to the hiring manager who is the final selecting official. The OHR will conduct a disciplinary action review to determine if there are pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters, which will be made known to the selecting official. Prior to making their selection, the selecting official will review any available Department documents, to include application documents and each candidates' complete career disciplinary record, results of selection process phases, and may, at their discretion, conduct interviews if necessary, with all recommended candidates. The selecting official may, at their discretion, not select a recommended candidate for reasons such as: 1. Sub-standard performance; 2. Serious sustained misconduct; and/or 3. Pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters internally or externally. All aspects of the process are subject to the Department's legal review. All final recommendations are subject to final approval of the Chief of Police.
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.
Applicants must submit a copy of the following documents by uploading and attaching them to the online application: 1. Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr) of employment.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation is submitted and accepted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.
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: https://uscp.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=uscp&source=USA 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, 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 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Applicants will be notified via internal USCP email of their status at the conclusion of each phase of the selection process described in this vacancy announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Applicants must submit a copy of the following documents by uploading and attaching them to the online application: 1. Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yr) of employment.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation is submitted and accepted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.
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: https://uscp.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=uscp&source=USA 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, 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 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Applicants will be notified via internal USCP email of their status at the conclusion of each phase of the selection process described in this vacancy announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
