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Police Officer (Rapid Response Team)

Legislative Branch
U.S. Capitol Police

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.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/14/2026 to 06/04/2026
Salary
$90,853 - $147,928 per year
Pay scale & grade
LP 03
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC
Few vacancies
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional Travel
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
03
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
req726
Control number
869315800

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Clarification from the agency

Only current USCP Sworn employees in USB SRG BRU program. Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: <a href="https://uscp.csodfed.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=uscp&source=USA">USCP Careers</a>

Duties

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This position is located in the Uniform Services Bureau (USB). The Rapid Response Team (RRT) is a team of officers that provide daily response capabilities throughout Capitol Grounds. This dedicated Response Team enhances the Bureau's ability to protect and secure Congress, ensuring they can fulfill their Constitutional responsibilities. The RRT maintains a strong visible presence on Capitol Grounds, responding to calls for service, planned and unplanned demonstrations, and conducting foundation checks of all Congressional lots, parks and buildings. 

Note: Multiple vacancies exist. The number of positions will be determined by the needs of the Department. The selection list will be active for a period of one (I) 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). 


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Must be a current USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and must have attained the rank of Private with Training and successfully completed the probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. Bicycle Response Unit (BRU) Training Certificate must be included.

Qualifications

1. Must be a sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and must have attained the rank of Private with Training and successfully completed the probationary period by the closing date of this announcement.

2. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the date of selection.

3. Must be available to work flexible hours, rotating shifts, and possible midnight assignments.

4. Must be in the USB Special Response Group (SRG) Program by the closing date of this announcement.

5. Must have successfully completed the Bicycle Response Unit (BRU) training.  Certificate must be included with application.

Education

There is no education substitution 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 included in a collective bargaining unit. An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the OHR. RETENTION CRITERIA 1. Successfully complete all required training associated with assignment to RRT. 2. Must successfully complete a probationary period of one year in the RRT.

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.

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 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, including resume review. Phase III: Structured Interview - Candidates 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, each candidate's complete career disciplinary record, and results of selection process phases, and may, at their discretion, conduct interviews with all recommended candidates, if necessary. The selecting official may, at their discretion, not select a recommended candidate for reasons such as: I. Substandard 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.

U.S. Capitol Police

We protect the legislative process, the symbol of our democracy, the U.S. Capitol, the people who carry out the legislative process, and the millions of visitors who travel here to see democracy in action. Every American who visits the Capitol-as well as visitors from around the world-become part of our protected community. They see the USCP first-hand as the best of America's spirit and diversity. As a Department, we are a microcosm of America, representing many races, colors, religions, national origins, political affiliations, sexual orientations, and ages. Our workforce is comprised of employees from nearly all 50 states and the U.S. territories. We embrace and celebrate a diverse workforce, believing that inclusiveness makes our workplace stronger. The USCP respects each individual as a person and as a professional. The USCP acts on the world stage every day as a model in security, urban crime prevention, dignitary protection, specialty response capability, and homeland security. We are often the first face that visitors and employees encounter, and we leave a lasting impression that reflects the Legislative Branch and its role in America's democracy.

Agency contact information

Email
Lisa.Starghill@uscp.gov
Address
Office of Human Resources
119 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20510

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