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.
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Clarification from the agency
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
Duties
This position is located in the Howard C. Liebengood Center for Wellness, United States Capitol Police (USCP). Develops, implements, and manages the Volunteer Chaplaincy Program, including applications, directives, policies, procedures, confidentiality agreements, and best practices. Ensures all policies, laws, and regulations about the Volunteer Chaplaincy Program are established and adhered to. Remains current on best practices and trends in spiritual care and crisis intervention. Ensures all budgetary, training, and additional program requirements are accomplished. Prepares fiscal year Chaplain report to United States Capitol Police stakeholders. Develops internal operating procedures and maintains and updates an incident and activity tracking system. Submits statistical reports on program activities, as required, to the Liebengood Center for Wellness Director. Serves as the primary point of contact for emergency callouts when informed by the Watch Commander or requested by a supervisor, employee, or immediate family member. Dispatches volunteer chaplains to sections, divisions, and bureaus when needed.. Assists the USCP leaders with drafting death notifications and letters of condolence based on requests for assistance from an affected employee or an immediate family member. Provides confidential spiritual support, counseling, and guidance to USCP officers, staff, and their families. Provides crisis intervention services during and after critical incidents, including on-scene support when necessary. Responds to the Capitol Complex for emergencies and travels to provide care and support to employees during Congressional Delegations (CODELS) outside the National Capitol Region. Liaises with hospital chaplains or health care personnel to coordinate support for USCP employees and their families when an employee is hospitalized outside the local area.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. citizen.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
Must complete a one-year probationary period.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must be able to work various shifts to supervise volunteer chaplains on duty.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. For
the CP-11 level you must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience
equivalent to at least the CP-10/GS-12 level that is in or directly related to
the line of work of the position to be filled. Specialized
experience is defined as experience: 1) provides and obtains information and provides pastoral care and comfort, 2) addresses such matters as assessment, cause of death, or identification, 3) coordinates the handling of all religious ministry. Master's degree in divinity along with a minimum of 3 units of clinical pastoral education is desirable. 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
There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.
Benefits
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:
Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly.
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.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yy) of employment.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable.
- College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
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 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
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.
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