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Summary
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Protective Security Operations Specialist. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
11/21/2024 to 12/05/2024
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Salary
$99,518 - $168,496 per year
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Pay scale & grade
AD 00
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Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Not required - N/A
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No The Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses.
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
0
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Announcement number
req496
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Control number
820416600
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Duties
Engages in proactive threat discovery through research and analysis of security-related material in order to maintain situational awareness of adverse information, and to identify threat content against Senators, their families, staff, and associated locations. Reports on security risks/concerns/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 as well as conducting outside travel. Reviews publicly available information and conducts open-source research to identify trends, patterns, and relationships that provide insights into threat and security issues. Other duties as assigned.
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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/J5NY.
Qualifications
Required Work Experience
- 5 years.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn, protective intelligence analysis, vulnerability assessment, threat analysis and security assessment processes.
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn, principles and current planning methods for continuity and recovery operations, and emergency management.
- Ability to conduct open-source searches.
- Familiarity with commercially available opensource software.
- 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 work independently.
- Ability to proficiently write executive summaries of threat and intelligence information.
- 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.
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.
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/Sensitive Compartmented Information
(TS/SCI) 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 employment@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.
Benefits
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.
Benefits
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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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
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.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Agency contact information
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U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
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Required Documents
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.
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How to Apply
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Agency contact information
- Address
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U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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The Office of the Sergeant at Arms (SAA) is the largest in size of staff and budget in the Senate. It is responsible for all Senate computers and technology support services, recording and photographic services, printing and graphics services, and telecommunications services. The SAA also provides assistance to all Senate offices with their staffing, mailing, purchasing, and financial needs. The offices of the SAA that are responsible for providing these and other services include Capitol Facilities, the Operations Division, Customer Relations, Financial Operations, Human Resources, and Information Security. The SAA also shares responsibility for the U.S. Capitol Police, the Senate Page Program, the Senate Office of Training and Development, and the Capitol Telephone Exchange. The Sergeant at Arms is an excepted service agency. Employment with the Sergeant at Arms does not confer the "Competitive Status" that generally results from selection and service in Competitive Service agencies.
Agency contact information
- Address
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U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001