Police Assistant Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

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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As a
Police Officer (Emergency Operations Specialist), you will:
Maintain
situational awareness of events, incidents, and criminal activity as they
relate to the USCP operation or involving USCP personnel. Monitor all
radio calls for law enforcement services, activities and emergencies.
Monitor closed circuit cameras. Monitor National Capital Region (NCR)
airspace and work with interagency partners at the NCR Coordination Center
to identify potential airspace security threats. Maintain knowledge of the
current location of all congressional leadership. Make notifications to
the Chief of Police, Assistant Chiefs of Police, Duty Deputy, and
representatives from the House and Senate Sergeants at Arms as well as the
Architect of the Capitol, when necessary. Ensure requests for assistance from
outside agencies are handled according to Department policies and
procedures.
Perform
the following tasks, in addition to the above, during critical
incidents/special events:
Ensure
life safety notifications are made in accordance with the Command Center's
Notification Matrix, or at the direction of the Watch Commander. Initiate
appropriate actions in accordance with the critical response plans for Air
Condition and chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear events.
Establish the teleconference bridge to facilitate communications and
situational awareness between units in the field, Command Center,
Communications, and USCP Command Staff. Assist Incident Commanders, as
appropriate. Notify and coordinate with congressional stakeholders,
outside law enforcement, and other agencies, as needed by the Incident
Commander. Facilitate the response of the Department and outside resources
as requested/needed by the Incident Commander. Document actions taken by
the Department.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
Must be a current USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant. At a minimum, must have attained the rank of Private with Training and must have completed USCP probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license. Work will be within the District of Columbia commuting area. However, work assignments to remote locations such as Manassas, Virginia, may be required on an as needed basis. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance. Must be able to work at off-site locations after security clearance is obtained.
Qualifications
All
applicants must meet the following eligibility factors in order to be
considered for the position of Police Officer (Emergency Operations
Specialist):
Must be a
USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant. Must have attained the rank of
Private with Training and must have completed USCP probationary period by the
closing date of this announcement.
Must
satisfactorily complete all job-related training to include the Command Center
Field Training Officer (FTO) Program.
Must
maintain all required job-related certifications.
Must be
able to maintain a Top-Secret clearance.
Must be
able to work at off-site locations after security clearance is obtained.
Must
complete a one-year probationary period upon completion of the Command Center
FTO program.
Must be in
full and unrestricted duty status as of the selection date.
Must
possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license.
Education
There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.
Additional information
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: Multiple vacancies exist. The number of Police Officer (Emergency Operations Specialist) positions will be determined by the needs of the Department. The selection list will be active for a period of one (1) year from the date of approval of the selection memorandum. An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources (OHR).
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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.