Parking Security Staff - Operations Job in Washington, DC

Vacancy No. HSAA-25004-01 Department House of Representatives
Salary $55,613.00 to $63,804.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/3/2025 Close Date 9/10/2025
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Locations:
Washington, DC


Summary

The incumbent will enforce the policies, rules, operating regulations and assist in providing a safe and secure environment for vehicles authorized to park on the House-side of the Capitol complex. The incumbent will monitor pedestrian and vehicular traffic in all House parking areas during operational hours. The incumbent will administer and issue parking permits, assist staff with visitor/event parking and allocate parking permits at the beginning of each new Congress.

Duties

Duties Include:

  1. Checks parking permits and identification cards for individuals entering House garages, lots and streets.
  2. Patrols garages, lots, and street parking areas on a daily basis for parking policy violations and unsafe conditions.
  3. Monitors vehicular traffic in House parking areas.
  4. Assists the United States Capitol Police with Member and staff recognition.
  5. Assists Members or staff with vehicle emergencies.
  6. Assists in the issuance of new Congress parking permits.
  7. Assists in training new Parking Security staff.
  8. Provides assistance in maintaining Parking Security and Sergeant at Arms official vehicles.
  9. Provides assistance in maintaining inventory of uniforms, radios, supplies and equipment.
  10. In the absence of a supervisor, incumbent may be called upon to exercise judgment on requests for temporary parking permits for House staff and visitors.
  11. Assists with special events as needed.
  12. Assists staff and visitors with directions and parking-related inquiries.
  13. Operates technological devices and electrical equipment required to perform duties.
  14. Provides a briefing to incoming staff prior to the end of each shift.
  15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must have three or more years of experience relevant to this position.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a criminal history records check.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Incumbent must have the ability to maintain a professional and courteous work disposition, work well under pressure and display good judgment;
  • Must possess leadership and organizational skills;
  • Must be able to complete an approved training course(s) administered by the Sergeant at Arms Office;
  • Must have a valid driver's license;
  • Must have the ability to operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles;
  • Must be able to physically perform all duties to include lifting objects up to 50 pounds; standing for periods of up to 2 hours, and walking distances of up to one-half (½) mile.

Work Schedule:
  • Full-time, permanent. Monday - Friday. Hours will be consistent with the day shift (6:45 AM - 3:15 PM) or evening shift (2:30 PM - 11 PM).

Education

High school degree or equivalent.

Additional information

  • Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will.
  • This position has been determined to be NON-EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Title 1 of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, as amended (5 U.S.C app§ 101 et seq.) requires certain House employees to file Financial Disclosure Statements. For information, please visit http://clerk.house.gov/public_disc/index.aspx.
The Office of the Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.

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.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants will be evaluated for this job based on how well qualifications are met.

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

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

Applicant Instructions:

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to https://house.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/3946?c=house by 7:00 p.m. on September 10, 2025. Applicants will receive an email response indicating receipt of their cover letter and resume. Submission of these documents does not guarantee an interview.

Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, or age.

Veterans' Preference Information:

Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.

**Only applicants seeking veterans' preference consideration should email saa.veoa@mail.house.gov for further information. ** Please note the word "Veteran" in the subject line and note the job title and vacancy announcement number in the body of the email.


Agency contact information

Human Resources
Address
Office of the Sergeant at Arms, US House of Representatives
192 Ford House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
US

Next steps

Candidates will be contacted directly if considered for an interview.

If considered for an interview, the applicant must provide additional information requested in the Office of Sergeant at Arms Employment Application (to be provided). Submission of this application does not guarantee an interview.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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