Duties
Security Coordination Manager
Security and Law Enforcement Operations Division
Salary $108,762-$122,345
Job Summary:
The
incumbent is responsible for the development, coordination, and oversight of
security initiatives related to the House. This role ensures the successful
execution of security programs by effectively assigning resources, coordinating
teams, and managing projects to completion in a timely manner. The incumbent
manages coordination of security protocols and programs related to Members of
Congress, their families, Congressional offices and staff.
Duties:
(Typical duties include, but are not necessarily
limited to)
- Supports division programs related to Member and District Office safety and security, including assisting with the Personal Security Program, Residential Security Program, and related initiatives.
- Conducts routine coordination with U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) to collect information relevant to Member safety and threat assessments; elevates issues requiring senior review.
- Manages outreach initiatives and ensures delivery of security programs and protocols related to Members and Congressional offices.
- Drafts briefing materials, status updates, and correspondence for review by senior managers.
- Assists in documenting program requirements, procedures, and operational workflows.
- Assists in collecting and organizing data used to track strategic goals and program outcomes.
- Engages with SAA Security Liaison Team to support Member travel, site security, and event coordination.
- Provides guidance to support staff and may lead project teams or workgroups.
- Participates in planning and logistics for Congressional events or site visits; ensures required information is relayed to partner agencies.
- Provides routine customer service to Member offices regarding basic safety and security questions.
- Assists with maintaining liaison contact lists, documentation repositories, and operational logs.
- Provides administrative support to daily division operations.
- Supports continuity of operations activities as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Manages discrete segments of Member and District Office safety/security programs (e.g., site planning, coordination for travel missions, residential upgrades), ensuring timely and accurate execution.
- Conducts independent liaison with USCP law enforcement and protection elements to support threat mitigation and investigative coordination.
- Prepares draft briefings for senior leadership and contributes to oral updates to stakeholders.
- Independently implements assigned program procedures and identifies areas for process improvement.
- Supports off-hours response or coordination needs when assigned.
- Assists in budget preparation by providing cost estimates, program data, and operational inputs.
Position Requirements:
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, homeland security, security administration, or related field.
- Experience in law enforcement or security program implementation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple programs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
and excellent organizational abilities.
Preferred
Qualifications:
- Supervisory or management experience in fields related to security, law enforcement, emergency management, or military operations.
- Advanced degree in criminal justice, homeland
security, security administration or related field.
Physical
Requirements and Work Environment:
This position is based in a typical office environment. Actual
weight handled varies, but the role involves handling items including books,
documents, and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. The incumbent should be capable
of meeting physical requirements, which may include sitting, lifting, bending,
crouching, walking, and standing.
Work Schedule:
Full-time, permanent. Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Must be able to work outside of normal business hours, when necessary, evenings and weekends as needed.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- USA Jobs Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Skill Requirements:
CORE
- Adaptability - Ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations and work persistently when facing obstacles. Ability to work well in ambiguous situations, adjust quickly to change, and easily consider new approaches.
- Collaboration - Ability to foster a sense of unity and trust within teams, breaking down silos and promoting teamwork across departments. Ability to encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Skill in working with others to achieve goals.
- Communication - Ability to convey ideas and information to different audiences through verbal and written means.
- Customer Orientation - Values and delivers high quality, professional, responsive, and innovative service to internal and external customers. Builds and maintains effective customer relations that result in satisfaction; holds self and others accountable for quality outcomes.
- Decision Making - Skill in making sound, well-informed, and objective decisions, taking into consideration the potential impact and implications of the decisions. Ability to commit to action even in uncertain situations.
- Organizational Awareness - Knowledge of the structure, functions, and dynamics present within the U.S. House of Representatives and the Office of the Sergeant at Arms. Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures that govern the organization. Knowledge of how the Sergeant at Arms fits within the broader context of Federal agencies and how it contributes to government functioning.
- Planning and Coordination - Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements. Ability to determine short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them. Ability to coordinate with others to accomplish goals. Skill in monitoring progress in relation to desired outcomes.
- Problem Solving - Ability to identify problems; skill in determining accuracy and relevance of information. Ability to use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, develop effective solutions, and make recommendations
LEADERSHIP
- Performance Management - Knowledge
of performance management concepts, principles, and practices related to
planning, monitoring, rating, and rewarding staff performance. Ability to coach and mentor staff and teams to help
them reach their highest potential. Knowledge of employee development concepts and principles to
effectively support staff career growth.
- Stakeholder Management -
Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and
monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to the U.S. House of Representatives
and the Sergeant at Arms.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
This
position is based on a typical office environment. Actual weight handled
varies, but the role involves handling items including books, documents, and
equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. The incumbent should be capable of meeting
physical requirements, which may include sitting, lifting, bending, crouching,
walking, and standing.
Applicant Instructions:
Qualified
candidates should submit a resume and cover letter by 7:00 p.m. on March 3, 2026. 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.
The
SAA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and
maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. Employment
with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. This position has been
determined to be EXEMPT from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards
Act.
Employment is
contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check.
A preemployment drug test is
required for positions requiring a security clearance.
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.
Additional information
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.
Candidates will be evaluated using a structured interview process.