Duties
This position is located within the USCP, Operational Services Bureau, Hazardous Incident Response Division, Hazardous Materials Response Team (HMRT). The role of the HMRT is to ensure continuation and continuity of the nation's government operations along with the safety and welfare of individuals in and around the U.S. Capitol Complex through a fully operational and comprehensive Chemical, Biological and Radiological (CBR) Incident Response Program.
The HMRT responds to credible threats of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or high-yield explosive (CBRNE) incidents; conducts significant consequence management operations; and provides limited mitigation, casualty search and extraction, limited personnel decontamination, and limited emergency care when required.
Plans and supervises the operations of a first response unit shift in the event of a CBRNE incident within the Capitol. Identifies, distributes, and balances workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established workflow, skill level, and/or occupational specialization. Identifies unit goals and objectives, methods, resources, and action plans in support of the HMRT strategic plan. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, strategic planning and oversight for sweeps, training and logistics, and the organizational resources necessary to achieve the goals of the HMRT in an optimum fashion.
Advises senior management on appropriate measures and alternative courses of action to achieve mission goals. Participates in the development of methods and techniques to control or eliminate unsafe acts or conditions in CBRNE incidents. Provides operational liaison with civilian and military agencies, such as the U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Marine Corps Chemical Biological Incident Response Force, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Provides administrative and technical supervision. Performs limited human resource management functions, e.g., approves leave; resolves simple, informal complaints; develops performance standards; evaluates work performance; identifies developmental and training needs; etc.
OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS
Due to the nature of police and emergency operations, the incumbent may be called upon to perform duties outside their realm of expertise.
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.
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.
Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.