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.

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

Only current USCP Sworn employees. Navigate to the following url to apply to this job: USCP Careers

Duties

The United States Capitol Police
(USCP) Police Officer Recruitment Program is designed to meet the goal of
attracting, selecting, and hiring the most qualified candidates and to ensure
that applicants understand the qualifications required for employment with the
Department. Serving as a Collateral Recruitment Officer provides an additional
creative outlet for sworn employees to contribute to the Department's
operational and workforce success. The Recruitment Officer position is assigned
to the Office of Background Investigations and Credentialing (OBIC). This
opportunity is open to all USCP sworn employees below the rank of
Sergeant who have attained the rank of Private First Class or Technician
by the closing date of this announcement.

As a Collateral Recruitment Officer, you will:

Attend and represent the USCP at job
and career fairs.
Interact with potential applicants
at recruiting events to enhance their knowledge and understanding of Police
Officer careers, benefits, and the hiring process.
Participate in college and
university career fairs and visits to interact with and attract the interest of
potential applicants.
Give presentations to college and
university students, professors, and career service centers.
Contact candidates currently in the
process to assist in scheduling of assessments and exams.
Develop itineraries for recruiting
initiatives.
Actively seek out new recruiting
contacts while on official travel, before and after scheduled events.
Complete appropriate travel
paperwork.
Coordinate shipments of required
recruiting items for scheduled events.
Communicate with established
contacts regarding vacancies for the department, both sworn and civilian.
Perform outreach to applicants
during the initial assessment and orientation phase.
Perform administrative work in the
APEX system and create required data reports.
Proctor and administer the Police
Officer Selection Test (POST) several times per month.

NOTE: The selection list will be
active for a period of one (1) year from the date of approval of the selection
memorandum unless an applicant withdraws his/her application in writing.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be a current USCP officer below the rank of Sergeant. Must have attained the rank of Private First Class or Technician. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must be able to travel Must be available to work flexible and/or additional hours. Must meet all USCP grooming standards for uniformed employees as stated in Directive 1072.001 unless a waiver or accommodation for medical or religious reasons is approved.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet
the education and/or experience requirements described below.
1. Must not be in restricted leave
status as of the closing date of this announcement.
2. Must be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the selection date unless
otherwise authorized by law (e.g., performance of duty injury, Family and
Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment
Rights Act (USERRA)).
3. Must not have disciplinary
actions for the last 3 years.
All eligibility requirements must be
met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

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.

• 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.

The following selection process will be used to further assess candidates who have met the initial eligibility factors. Phase I: Initial Qualification and Unscheduled Leave Review - The Office of Human Resources (OHR) will review applications for eligibility as outlined in this vacancy announcement. Phase II: KSA Assessment and Resume Review - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities will be evaluated by an appointed assessment panel. Interpersonal Skills Organizational Awareness Writing Creative Thinking Phase III: Structured Interview. Results of this selection process will be used to recommend candidates to the hiring manager who is the final selecting official. The OHR will conduct a disciplinary action review to determine if there are pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters, which will be communicated to the selecting official. Prior to making his/her selection, the selecting official shall review any available Department documents, to include application documents and each candidates' complete career disciplinary record, results of selection process phases, and may, at their discretion, conduct interviews if necessary, with all recommended candidates. The selection official may, at his/her discretion, not select a recommended candidate for reasons such as: 1. Substandard performance; 2. Serious sustained misconduct; and/or 3. Pending investigations internally or externally. All aspects of the process are subject to the Department's legal review. All final recommendations are subject to final approval of the Chief of Police.

• 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.
• 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.
  
  Applicants must submit a copy of the following document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application. 1. Resume. Ensure that your resume reflects your relevant USCP and prior work history and any training or education. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.
  
  
  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
  
  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, 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.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Email
  
  Lori.Mallalieu@uscp.gov
  
  Address
  
  Office of Background Investigations and Credentialing
  
  119 D Street NE
  
  Washington, DC 20510
  
  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.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Applicants must submit a copy of the following document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application. 1. Resume. Ensure that your resume reflects your relevant USCP and prior work history and any training or education. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.


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

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, 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.

Agency contact information

Email

Lori.Mallalieu@uscp.gov

Address

Office of Background Investigations and Credentialing

119 D Street NE

Washington, DC 20510

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.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request