Duties
Are you looking for a rewarding career in law enforcement? Join our team
of dedicated, mission-driven officers in protecting Congress and the
legislative process.
This position is located within the Protective Services Bureau (PSB), Assistant
Chief of Police for Protective and Intelligence Operations, United States
Capitol Police (USCP). The PSB collects and analyzes information to produce
intelligence, assess threats, enforce the law, identify risks, and develop and
employ risk mitigation, Member protection, and enforcement strategies.
Specialty Units include Investigations and Dignitary Protection.
A USCP Special Agent within the PSB performs a full range of protective and
investigative functions. Special Agents are assigned to PSB’s Dignitary
Protection Division (DPD) or Investigations Division (ID). The PSB DPD is
responsible for carrying out protective functions and operations. The PSB ID is
responsible for investigating violations of the D.C. Code and Title 18 of the
U.S. Code, to include allegations of criminal activity, terroristic activity,
and threats or unusual interests against Members of Congress and other
statutory protectees of Congress that occur in the jurisdiction of the USCP as
defined by 2 USC § 1966(a) & (f).
Upon successful completion of training, you will be assigned to the DPD or ID.
Duties include but are not limited to:
DPD Special Agents -
Provide protection of congressional leadership, including the coordination of
security arrangements for domestic and international travel through advance
security surveys and on-the-ground protection. Provide personal security of
Members of Congress and their families; visiting officials of foreign, Federal,
state, and/or local governments; and other congressional visitors. Provide
protective coverage for congressional events such as congressional hearings and
sessions, official functions, and other events identified by the respective
Sergeant at Arms and/or Chief of Police.
ID Special Agents -
Investigate criminal and terroristic activity involving violations of the D.C.
Code and Title 18 of the U.S. Code. Collect, evaluate, interpret, and
disseminate information related to the mission of the ID. Prepare and
disseminate written reports, including reports of investigation, various
investigative assessments, and investigations bulletins. Perform a full range
of comprehensive investigative functions, to include planning, organizing,
fact-finding, and reporting results on cases ranging from routine to highly
complex. Perform protective intelligence operations, coordinating investigative
and operational efforts with other USCP sworn officers and outside agency
officials. Serve as a liaison with local, state, and Federal law enforcement
agencies. Conduct surveillance, surveillance detection, and counter
surveillance operations. Represent the USCP during investigative and law
enforcement meetings.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
You must obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Your completed application and required documents must be submitted by the closing date of this vacancy announcement to receive further consideration. Your online application and answers to the attached assessment questionnaire will be reviewed and evaluated. As a result of this initial review, qualified applicants will be required to submit additional biographical information and supporting documents. A list of these documents will be provided to you during the selection process. For further consideration, qualified candidates will be required to submit an Authorization for Release form and additional information via a Personal History Statement (PHS) for further pre-employment screening. The information provided, along with a review of a candidate's credit, criminal history, and their driving record, will be reviewed. ESOPH is an automated system used by investigators to efficiently manage background investigations. Candidates will receive an e-mail from ESOPH, where they will be instructed to provide their PHS.
Qualifications
Following the pre-employment screening,
candidates may be invited to participate in the Initial Assessment Phase of the
USCP hiring process, all facets of which will be conducted virtually at a
location of their choice. The Initial Assessment Phase consists of two
components:
Initial Assessment Phase
Following the pre-employment
screening, candidates may be invited to participate in the Initial Assessment
Phase of the USCP hiring process, all facets of which will be conducted
virtually at a location of their choice. This phase consists of an Orientation.
It provides the applicant with an overview of the USCP and its hiring process.
Examination Phase
The Examination Phase consists of
psychological, medical and polygraph examinations. This will be a candidate’s
first required visit to our office in Washington, D.C. during the hiring
process. Efforts will be made to schedule these examinations consecutively to
eliminate return visits to complete the examinations.
?Psychological – Candidates complete
a battery of psychological assessments and a clinical interview. The
psychological examination will last approximately four to six hours. Candidates
are encouraged to be well-rested and eat prior to the examination.
The psychological exam will occur online and require the use of a desktop or
laptop computer, camera, and microphone.
?Medical - The medical examination will determine if a candidate is medically
qualified to perform the functional requirements of the job. Candidates
will be required to fast (abstain from food) prior to the medical examination.
?Polygraph – The polygraph examination is used to confirm information obtained
through the selection process.
Background Investigation
The final phase of the selection process requires candidates to undergo a full
background investigation that will include a thorough review and verification
of the candidate's employment history, employer, residential, and personal
references, in depth criminal and credit history, and academic records.
Must be a United States citizen.
Must meet position age requirements.
Must possess and maintain a
valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license.
Must show evidence of responsible driving in the last one year.
Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.
Travel for hiring assessments and training is at applicant's expense.
Must successfully complete a full field background investigation.
Polygraph, medical assessment, criminal, credit, and tax check required.
Must successfully complete all required training.
Must successfully complete a probationary period.
Candidates must meet the following
requirements to be minimally qualified for this position:
U.S. Citizenship -- Only United States Citizens will receive
consideration. Qualified applicants will be required to provide proof of
citizenship early in the selection process. Naturalized citizens must be able
to participate and complete a holistic and verifiable background investigation
of their personal and professional background.
Age Requirements – Sworn
officer positions with the USCP are subject to the mandatory retirement
provisions of the Capitol Police Retirement Act, which requires an officer to
separate/retire from the USCP by age 57, but as the result of current critical
mission requirement, the age has been increased to 59.
Applicants must be at least 21 years
old at time of appointment and ordinarily not older than 37. However, the
maximum entry age has been increased to 39 years of age at the time of
appointment (or 40 years of age if the individual turns 40 in the same month of
their initial appointment), with required mandatory retirement after 20 years
of Federal law enforcement service (e.g., employed at 39 years of age and
retire at 59 years of age).
Education -- 4-year college degree or 4 years of military
experience is required.
Valid Driver's License -- Applicants must possess a valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license that has not been revoked or under suspension for the past one (1)
year.
Criminal History Check -- Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal
history check of the past 10 years.
?A criminal history check will be performed on all qualified applicants.
?USCP Police Officers are required to possess a firearm and
ammunition. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of
domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition and are
ineligible for the position.
Credit Check -- Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not
be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans.
Selective Service Registration -- Male applicants must provide
verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify
exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or
military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System
registration. https://www.sss.gov/verify
Fingerprint Check -- Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of the criminal history
record.
Background Investigation -- Must successfully complete all components of
the USCP full field background investigation.
There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation
process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or
convictions may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate
misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at
any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification
regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The
primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to
deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or
misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and
selection process.
Education
4-year college degree or 4 years of military experience is required.
Additional information
The USCP offers a competitive starting salary of $87,527. Benefits Highlights: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, life and long-term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, flexible spending accounts, and an employee assistance program. USCP employees are covered under the law enforcement provisions of the Federal Employees Retirement System. A Student Loan Repayment Program Incentive up to $10,000 annually with a maximum of $80,000 per employee is available, subject to budget availability. Upon receipt of proper certification, sick leave balances will be transferred from other branches of the Federal Government. While previous creditable Federal service is used to determine the appropriate leave accrual category, annual leave balances are transferable only from other Legislative Branch organizations. Transit subsidy benefits for your commuting costs may be provided to you as a tax-free benefit. The USCP has several on-site state of the art fitness centers with access to personal trainer consultants and locker room facilities. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The USCP is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with applicable federal laws, rules, and regulations. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT: This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act provisions.
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.
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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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Applicants who successfully complete all components of the Initial Assessment may be scheduled for additional pre-employment testing in the Washington, D.C. area. The additional evaluation consists of the following: o Full Field Background Investigation o Medical Examination o Polygraph Examination o Psychological Examination. 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. Additional Job Requirements: Driving Proficiency -- Must be a proficient driver, able to operate a motor vehicle at high speeds, through an obstacle course, in inclement weather, and at times of darkness. Firearm Proficiency – USCP Special Agents must be able to carry and maintain proficiency in the use of a firearm. Shift Work - The USCP operates 7 days per week and 24 hours per day. Special Agents will be required to work any assigned shift. Duty hours are subject to change to accommodate the needs of the Department; additional duty may be required. Applicants must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Probationary Period - This appointment requires the employee to complete a one-year probationary period. The one-year probationary period begins after completing the mandatory basic training described in this vacancy announcement. During the probationary period, the employee's conduct and performance will be monitored to determine if the employee will be retained.