This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/487910100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) post academy Police Training Officer Program (PTOP) is designed to support and complement the training provided by the USCP Training Services Bureau (TSB). The PTOP delivers a curriculum merging academic instruction with operational activities to validate critical skills required of USCP police officers. The PTOP training is delivered by Police Training Officers (PTO) assigned to operations within the Uniformed Services Bureau (USB). Probationary officers are carefully supervised and evaluated throughout the process to maximize exposure to the tasks required of police officers.
Note: Many vacancies exist. The number of Police Training Officer positions will be determined by the needs of the Department.
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) is a CALEA nationally-accredited, federal law enforcement agency. The 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.
We protect the legislative process, the symbol of our democracy, the people who carry out the process, and the millions of visitors who travel here to see democracy in action. We also protect everyone who visits the Capitol, who can see first-hand how we work to represent the best of America's spirit and diversity.
As a Department, we are a microcosm of America, representational of many races, colors, religions, national origins, political affliations, 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, and we believe inclusion makes our workplace stronger and respecting each individual as a person and as a professional is essential.
We act on the world stage every day of the year as a model in security, urban crime prevention, dignitary protection, specialty response capabilities, and homeland security. As ambassadors of the Congress, we are often the first face that visitors and employees encounter, and we leave a lasting impression that is reflective of the Legislative Branch and its role in America's democracy.
01/04/2018 to 02/06/2018
$65,536 - $106,706 per year
CP 3
Many vacancies in the following location:
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-Time
3
No
USCP-18-10107916-CM
487910100
As a Police Training Officer (PTO), you will:
Provide on-the-job training to new officers immediately following graduation from the United States Capitol Police Training Academy. Responsibilities include providing direction to a new officer in daily operations and related field operations and various facets of police service within the congressional community. PTOs provide field and scenario-based training, ensuring that the probationary officer experiences different facets of police work.
Evaluate and advise on the trainee's progress by observing performance of the trainee and preparing observation reports. Evaluate the trainee's handling of assignments and documentation of incidents/events. Identify deficiencies of individual trainees and collaborate with the PTOP Sergeant and Division Coordinator to develop and implement a remediation plan to assist the trainee in successful completion of field training.
Evaluate training materials for currency, applicability and technical accuracy. Research and evaluate the validity and pertinence of course materials and determine the most effective methods and procedures for organizing training materials that provide adequate, clear and detailed coverage of law enforcement subjects.
Collaborate with the PTOP Sergeant and Division Coordinator to develop training books covering the law enforcement functions and procedures of the Division; determine pertinent issues and collect relevant information from a variety of sources; and review information and apply standard analytical techniques.
1. Satisfactorily complete the basic PTO training course.
2. Satisfactorily complete all continuing education requirements presented by the program manager.
3. Satisfactorily perform the duties of a PTO as determined by the program manager.
United States Capitol Police provides additional compensation to sworn personnel who have been selected and have successfully completed PTO training while they are assigned probationary police officers. The Chief of Police has sole discretion to update or revise the PTO pay policy, consistent with applicable law and regulation.
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: Multiple vacancies exist. The number of PTO 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. An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources (OHR).
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.
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 Phase I and Phase II 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' personnel jackets will be conducted by an appointed assessment panel.
Phase II: Self-Assessment - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) will be evaluated by an appointed assessment panel.
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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Applicants must submit a copy of the following document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application.
1. Resume.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation is submitted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
To apply for this position, you must attach your resume and answer the questions in the Assessment Questionnaire.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the "Submit My Answers" button to submit your application package.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the "Application Status" link and then select the more information link for this position. The "Details" page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click "Update Application" in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are experiencing problems, please contact the Office of Human Resources, United States Capitol Police, at 202-593-3370.
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 document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application.
1. Resume.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation is submitted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
To apply for this position, you must attach your resume and answer the questions in the Assessment Questionnaire.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the "Submit My Answers" button to submit your application package.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the "Application Status" link and then select the more information link for this position. The "Details" page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click "Update Application" in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are experiencing problems, please contact the Office of Human Resources, United States Capitol Police, at 202-593-3370.
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.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/487910100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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