Police Officer (Lateral Transfer)

Overview Announcement number/Req ID: req774 Closing date: 7/31/2026 Pay scale & grade: LP 02- 02 Salary: 86,530.00 - 140,886.00 PA Job series: 0083 Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-Time Locations: Washington, DC 20001 Relocation expenses reimbursed: No Telework eligible: False Responsibilities Enforces Federal and District of Columbia laws and regulations, and enforces USCP rules and regulations relating to law enforcement. Physically protects the U.S. Capitol complex (buildings and grounds), Members of Congress, visitors, and staff from threats of crime and disruption; preserves law and order; and serves as a deterrent to crime and other violations of laws, rules, and regulations. Takes charge of accidents and crime scenes, restricting access to crime scenes; observes, stops, and questions suspicious persons. Prepares reports and testifies in court. Performs protective services, safeguards Federally‑owned buildings and property, and protects government equipment and property. Upon successfully completing training and a probationary period, time‑in‑grade requirements and all experience requirements, future competitive promotions are available to advance to other duties—a higher rank or an officer assignment within a specialized area. USCP specialized areas include, e.g., Special Operations Division, Canine Section, Containment Emergency Response Division, Dignitary Protection Division, Intelligence Analysis Division, Intelligence Operations Division, Criminal Investigations Section, Threat Assessment Section, and Hazardous Incident Response Division. Travel required 0 No travel required. Supervisory status False Promotion potential 03 Qualifications Must have completed any of the following: FLETC UPTP; FLETA accredited military or other equivalent police training program; or CBP training programs (USBPI or CBPOPT). Certificate must be included with application. Must be current Law Enforcement and possess 9 months of law enforcement experience post training at time of application. Must possess 52 weeks of law enforcement experience at time of appointment. Must be current law enforcement employed outside of USCP. Must be a United States citizen. Must meet position age requirements. Must be at least 21 years old at time of appointment and ordinarily not older than 37, with maximum entry age 39 (40 if turning 40 the same month). Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license and show evidence of responsible driving in the last one year. Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service. Applicants must successfully complete a full field background investigation. Polygraph, medical assessment, criminal, credit, and tax check required. Must successfully complete all required training and a probationary period. Must be in a full and unrestricted duty status at the time of application and at the time of appointment. Education High School diploma or GED certificate is required. Required Documents Resume Copy of law enforcement training certificate(s) SF-50 showing retirement coverage by special law enforcement retirement provisions (only required if over the age of 39) Benefits The USCP offers a competitive starting salary. Additional benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, life and long‑term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, student loan repayment program, transit subsidy, and on‑site fitness facilities. How You Will Be Evaluated Full Field Background Investigation Medical Examination Polygraph Examination Psychological Examination Driving Proficiency Firearm Proficiency Uniform and Grooming Standards Shift Work flexibility Probationary Period monitoring Security clearance 0 Drug test required Yes Information EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The USCP is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with applicable federal laws, rules, and regulations. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT: This position is non‑exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act provisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Capitol Police