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.
Only current USCP sworn employees. 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>
The
applicants selected for this position serve as Special Operations Division
(SOD) Police Officers under the direction of the Operational Services Bureau, providing police and security services for the United States Capitol
Grounds and other areas as directed.
The SOD is divided into patrol sections that are responsible for providing
police services during specified tours of duty on a 24-hour basis and security
services designed to protect the Congress, its employees and visitors, and
property under the jurisdiction of the Congress from all threats posed by
criminal activity or civil disorder. Responsibilities include protection of life and property, maintaining
public order, and enforcing laws and regulations within Capitol Grounds and the
District of Columbia. Duties typically include responding to emergencies and
calls for service, reporting of offenses incidents and traffic collisions,
preventing and investigating crime, conducting proactive patrols to deter
unlawful and suspicious activity, conducting directed patrols of members
residences, providing motorcade and escorts within the National Capital Region,
assisting community members in need, and taking appropriate action to uphold
public safety.
Note:
Multiple vacancies exist. The number of SOD positions will be determined by the
needs of the Department.
Must be a current USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and attained the rank of Private with Training. Must have successfully completed your probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. Must possess and maintain a Valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license. Must successfully complete all required training.
Qualifications
1. Must be a sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and have successfully completed the probationary period.Must have attained the rank of Private with Training by the closing date of this announcement.
2. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the date of selection.
3. Must be in a full and unrestricted duty status to attend, participate, and successfully complete all required training courses related to this position as of the date of selection.
4. Must be available to work flexible hours, rotating shifts, and possible midnight assignments.
5. Must successfully complete the SOD Field
Training Program.
6. Must
successfully complete and maintain certifications for any long gun training (M4
rifle qualification).
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. NOTE: More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. The selection list will be active for a period of one year from the date of approval of the selection memorandum or at the discretion of the Bureau Commander. An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources (OHR). RETENTION CRITERIA: 1. Successfully complete all required training to include a 12-week SOD Field Training Officer (FTO) Program, one-week M4 rifle qualification (and maintain proficiency), and the Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) Course. 2. Satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period beginning on the date of completion of the SOD FTO Program.
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 OHR will conduct an eligibility factor review as
outlined in this vacancy. Phase II: KSA Assessment - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities will be
evaluated by an appointed assessment panel, including resume review. Ability to complete
reports concisely and cogently, and to compose effective narratives. Ability to communicate with
the public and possess outstanding interpersonal skills. Ability to enforce law and order and
maintain public safety. Ability to analyze a situation, obtain facts, and take appropriate action in
a stressful situation. 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 1.
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.
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 document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application. 1. Resume. Ensure that your resume reflects your relevant USCP and prior work history and any training or education. 2. Valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation are submitted 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: 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 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Office of Human Resources
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 evaluations or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the United States Capitol Police 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.
Applicants must submit a copy of the following document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application. 1. Resume. Ensure that your resume reflects your relevant USCP and prior work history and any training or education. 2. Valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation are submitted 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: 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 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Office of Human Resources
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 evaluations or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the United States Capitol Police 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.
