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The United States Capitol Police (USCP) is a CALEA nationally-accredited, federal law enforcement agency. The 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.
Learn more about this agency09/24/2018 to 10/14/2018
$67,039 - $109,153 per year
CP 3
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Detail
Full-Time
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USCP-18-10297589-KP
511788100
This position is located in the Construction Security Section (CSS), Physical Security Division (PSD), Security Services Bureau (SSB). PSD is responsible for planning, coordinating, and providing oversight of physical security systems for construction projects throughout the Capitol complex. PSD personnel are experts in developing plans and implementing measures to maintain security of the Capitol complex during all construction activities. PSD is the single point of contact to coordinate all aspects of construction security with the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), construction contractors, and various USCP elements throughout the Capitol complex. PSD formulates plans to facilitate construction site logistics, emergency access, and security of occupied buildings under construction. These measures ensure the public's access to the Legislative branch of government, while ensuring the safety of Congress and staff.
Duties:
Performs physical security inspections of construction sites. Conducts site surveys and analysis to identify critical and vulnerable sites on the Capitol complex and identifies the nature of their threats. Investigates and assesses a variety of unusual construction security problems, questions, and/or conditions. Interprets risk assessments and positive detection responses and notifies the appropriate authorities of a possible threat. Utilizes such information to determine enforcement and the need for additional law enforcement support.
Initiates corrective action appropriate to the security violation(s) involved. Instructs the AOC contractors, and USCP personnel on proper security procedures as it relates to security compounds and projects.
Analyzes construction security complex problems or interrelated issues in developing and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders in the government, and private industry.
Performs other official duties as assigned which may vary significantly from the primary duties of the position.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Applications and supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions.
This position is not included in a collective bargaining unit.
NOTE: An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The following selection process will be used to further assess candidates who have met the initial eligibility factors. Candidates must qualify under each phase to be considered in subsequent phases.
Phase I: Initial Qualification - The Office of Human Resources (OHR) will conduct an eligibility factor review as outlined in this vacancy. In consultation with OHR, a review of all candidates' personnel jackets, resumes and unscheduled leave will be conducted by an appointed assessment panel.
Phase II: KSA Assessment - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities will be evaluated by an appointed assessment panel.
Applicants must submit a copy of the following document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application.
1. Resume.
2. Valid driver's license.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation is submitted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.
To apply for this position, you must attach your resume and answer the questions in the Assessment Questionnaire.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the "Submit My Answers" button to submit your application package.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the "Application Status" link and then select the more information link for this position. The "Details" page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click "Update Application" in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
If you are experiencing problems, please contact the Office of Human Resources, United States Capitol Police, at 202-593-3370.
Applicants will be notified via internal USCP e-mail of their status at the conclusion of each phase of the selection process described in this vacancy announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/511788100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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We protect the legislative process, the symbol of our democracy, the people who carry out the process, and the millions of visitors who travel here to see democracy in action. We also protect everyone who visits the Capitol, who can see first-hand how we work to represent the best of America's spirit and diversity.
As a Department, we are a microcosm of America, representational of many races, colors, religions, national origins, political affiliations, sexual orientations, and ages. Our workforce is comprised of employees from nearly all 50 states and the U.S. territories. We embrace and celebrate a diverse workforce, and we believe inclusion makes our workplace stronger and respecting each individual as a person and as a professional is essential.
We act on the world stage every day of the year as a model in security, urban crime prevention, dignitary protection, specialty response capabilities, and homeland security. As ambassadors of the Congress, we are often the first face that visitors and employees encounter, and we leave a lasting impression that is reflective of the Legislative Branch and its role in America's democracy.
