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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Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
Duties
This position is located in the Inspections Division (ID), Office of Inspections and Policy (OIP), Assistant Chief of Police for Standards and Training Operations (ACOP-S&TO), in the United States Capitol Police (USCP). The incumbent has delegated authority, for administering the Department's internal policy performance and compliance program. The work involves monitoring specific program areas, conducting risk assessments to create internal auditing guidelines, and analyzing program performance trends and other data for continuous improvement. Conduct inspection and compliance reviews of all the Department programs to examine compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and policies. Evaluate the adequacy of established controls, efficiency of operations, and effectiveness in achieving program results. Conducts and oversees the program review and assessment of the Department's policy performance and compliance program where considerable variability exists. Identifies and develops performance measures and consults with senior leadership on inspection and compliance initiatives and best practices. Directs and coordinates the activities of the compliance team by providing instruction, guidance, and advice. Identifies and addresses program compliance issues and provides feedback and recommendations for corrective actions. Briefs the OIP Director, Deputy Director, and ACOP-S&TO concerning the interpretations or applicability of internal inspection and compliance findings, notable concerns, and corrective action recommendations. Functions as a quality management and process improvement expert for the internal policy performance and compliance program. Collaborates with senior managers to improve programs and processes throughout the Department. Utilizes various statistical process methods and tools to analyze, facilitate, report, and provide recommendations for process improvements, adherence to directives and SOPs, and to establish appropriate controls.
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.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Qualifying experience for this position includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the CP-12 (GS-14) level that is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: 1) expert knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods; 2) extensive knowledge and understanding of project management principles, tools; and techniques; and 3) ability to determine control strategies and quality improvement opportunities. 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/yr) 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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