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Summary
The United States Capitol Police (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.
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Duties
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This position is located in the Intelligence Services Bureau
(ISB), Office of the
Assistant Chief of Police for Protective and Intelligence Operations,
United States Capitol Police. The purpose of ISB is to provide safety and
security to the Capitol, Members of Congress, Officers of Congress, and their
immediate family. To accomplish its mission, the ISB investigates, collects and
analyzes information to produce intelligence, assess threats, enforce the law,
identify risks, and develop and employ risk mitigation and enforcement
strategies. Provides threat warning information and analysis of current
intelligence on terrorist activities worldwide on a time sensitive basis.
The purpose of
this position is to collect, analyze, and disseminate domestic and
international threat information. The position researches, develops and
analyzes information to produce threat assessments related to Congressional
travel, special events, field hearings, CODELS, and othersignificant events on or near the US Capitol
Complex that could affect Congressional operations and the ability of law
enforcement personnel to conduct
effective , targeted operations. This is a developmental position, in which the
incumbent is provided a variety of assignments designed to acquire appropriate
experience and knowledge. This position requires a Top Secret/Special
Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.
Analyzes,
assimilates, and evaluates available intelligence information relating to an
assigned foreign and domestic events, groups, countries and other areas of
interest pertinent to USCP investigations, security, and protective operations.
Selects new and pertinent material for the files and for recognizing the need
to call to the attention of higher-level personnelimportant new information which may identifythe need for further
examination or study. Prepares complete studies and analyses of factual data,
which may be complete in itself. May perform assigned segments or contribute to
larger studies and statistical compilations.
Utilizes
classified and unclassified databases and computer-aided tools, conducts
extensive research, including interpretation and evaluation, of complex
multisource data, to determinewhether an identitybeing vetted is match to an identityon terrorism- related watch
lists.
Conducts
intelligence research using various open-source resources and using a computer user interface to produce analytically sound oral and written referralreports that describe the nature and significance of valid matches to
terrorism watch lists.
Prepares and
distributes standard security reports to internal and external government
agencies. Researches and prepares reports on intelligence data, topics, or
areas of study comprised of factual background information. Reports reference subjects that may match information from
security/terrorism databases.
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Conditions of employment
You must be a U.S. citizen.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
Must complete a one-year probationary period.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Must be able to work flexible or additional hours.
This position may be the midnight shift. Must successfully complete all required training.
Please provide an intelligence writing sample within the last 5 years of the closing date of the announcement.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
CP-08/GS-10 level: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-07 /GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience includes 1) researching, analyzing, and evaluating intelligence information and data; 2) experience in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) which includes mass media, social media, academic material and more; 3) experience in reviewing requests for information and making preliminary determinations of appropriate sources for acquiring such information; 4) preparing time-sensitive detailed and accurate assessments and reports in support of intelligence or law enforcement operations.
All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.
Additional information
Additional Conditions of Employment with the USCP:
As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP.
Criminal History Check Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment.
Credit Check Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification.
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 their 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.
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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.
Benefits
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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.