Duties
Works closely with Capitol Police and other law enforcement partners to coordinate security enhancements for Senators at events, during travel, and at their residences or other associated locations. Reports on security risks, concerns, and persons of interest involving possible or actual threats to Senate Members, staff, the Capitol, and/or offices, and provides regular updates and applicable advice regarding these incidents. Implements outreach efforts, security assessment initiatives, and law enforcement coordination to ensure Senators and their Chiefs of Staff receive the necessary guidance, tools, and support when planning and attending public events or conducting both official and unofficial travel. Reviews publicly available and law enforcement sensitive information to identify potential threats or gaps in security and provide insight into operational planning and emergency response to Senate staff. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ.
Qualifications
Required Work Experience
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge
- As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn, principles of security planning and management, emergency response, and resource allocation.
- Experience working with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to coordinate available resources.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with Senate staff and senior government officials.
- Ability to organize and coordinate resources to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
- Ability to explain complex law enforcement subjects, including event planning best practices, to the Senate community
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to proficiently write executive summaries of threat and intelligence information.
- Ability to balance shifting priorities and multitask across a wide range of projects.
- Ability to exercise tact and discretion with others regarding sensitive and confidential issues.
- Ability to analyze difficult and complex issues and make recommendations for action.
- Ability to conduct research and prepare analyses and reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous law enforcement/dignitary protection experience.
- Able to adapt to a fast-moving and constantly changing environment.
- Strong task management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail.
Working Conditions
- Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
- This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
- Sedentary (carrying items less than 25 pounds.
Security Clearance
- This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree.
Additional information
The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.
No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.
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.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.
Required Documents
- Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series and grade.
Subject to background/security investigation.
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.