Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist (Airspace Security Manager)

Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist (Airspace Security Manager) Overview Announcement number/Req ID: req802 Closing date: 8/27/2026 Pay scale & grade: CP 10- 10 Salary: 132,243.00 - 166,634.00PA Job series: 0089 Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-Time Locations 1 vacancies in the following location: Washington, DC20001 Relocation expenses reimbursed: No Telework eligible: False Duties 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. Responsibilities This position is located in the National CapitalRegion Coordination Center (NCRCC) -Command Center, Command Division, Commandand Coordination Bureau, Assistant Chief for Uniformed Operations, UnitedStates Capitol Police (USCP). This position serves as an Airspace SecurityManager responsible for overseeing all aspects related to the security of theairspace monitored by USCP on behalf of the United States Congress. Maintains situational awareness of airspace relatedevents, incidents, and activities in the National Capital Region (NCR), including threats to the CapitolComplex and other areas where congressional leaders may be present. Notifies USCPleadership of scheduled unmanned aircrafts (UAS) operations, flyovers, training exercises, andother airspace events that may impact legislativeoperations. Operate, monitor and analyze radar systems, utilize securedatabases and classified communications to support daily operations. Serves as the technical and regulatory expert on NCR airspace security, UAS operations, and airspace event management. Oversees a multi-shift airspacesecurity operation, manages NCRCC administrative and operational functions,directs USCP UAS program activities, and provides authoritative guidance to theUSCP Watch Commander and senior leadership during airspace events, incidents,and emerging threats. Serves as the USCP point-of-contact for airspacesecurity operations. Exercises judgment when sharing information with otheragencies. Interacts directly with senior and working-levelmembers of various federal, state, and local agency personnel regardingairspace related information or events. Follows-up with partner agenciesregarding the outcome of related incidents. Engages regularly with NCRCC interagency partners and participatein airspace related working groups. Coordinates and supports airspaceoperations for the military and partner agencies. Retrieves and gathers pertinent information fromreports to use in conducting briefings. Ensure accurate and time-sensitiveinformation concerning airspace security is provided to USCP senior leadershipand stakeholders. Handles and processes sensitive, confidential, and classifiedmaterials and secure sensitive information and materials. Develops new and reviews existing policies and standardoperating procedures (SOPs) and directives and recommend changes asappropriate. Develops training plans and materials to ensure USCP personnel arefully versed in the operational procedures of the NCRCC. Effectively manages the USCP UAS program, includingthe development and oversight of a budget to procure equipment, training andtravel. Ensures all training is properly recorded and maintaintraining records. Prepares and submits agency specific online training regardingthe airspace program. Reviews and responds to request for UAS support.Facilitates UAS training and coordinates flights. Conducts research on emergingUAS technologies to identify solutions that best align with the agency’srequirements. Coordinates with internal stakeholders to establish a unifiedapproach to UAS operations. Directs and oversees the day-to-day operations of theNCRCC ensuring continuous mission readiness and effective execution of NCRCCoperations. Provides direct oversight and guidance to subordinatepositions in the NCRCC. Provides both administrative and technical guidance tosubordinates on work that has an extraordinary impact and is highly visible tothe Department. Manages shift transitions and operational handovers to ensurecontinuity of operations, situational awareness, and seamless transfer ofmission-critical information. Travel required: 1 Occasional local travel to other locations for congressional events or to locations tied to the congressional community may be required based on the operational needs of the Department. Supervisory status: True Promotion potential: 10 Requirements 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 clearance. Must successfully complete the Airspace Training Program and Proficiency Test. Must obtain and maintain a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. This position is designated as emergency personnel and may be required to report to duty on holidays, during special events, in situations when the Federal government may be closed or during other circumstances. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. For the CP-10 you must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the CP-9/GS-11 level that is in ordirectly related to the line of work of the position to be filled. Specializedexperience consists of: 1) overseeing and coordinating airspace securityoperations and supporting situational awareness, decision-making, andinteragency coordination; 2) conducting post-incident debriefings and producingdetailed reports; 3) developing and maintaining standard operating proceduresand training materials to ensure personnel is fully knowledgeable ofoperational requirements and safety protocol; and 4) leading subordinate staffin the day-to‑day activities of an airspace security operation. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in dealing with matters that are politically sensitive in nature. 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 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. 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. How You Will Be Evaluated Evaluation Factors: Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly. We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement. Security clearance: 3 Drug test required: No Required Documents The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement: 1. Your resume: Page limit is two (2) pages and should include a description of related job duties as well as dates of employment (mm/yy). Margins cannot be smaller than .5 all around and the font no smaller than 11-point. 2. Other supporting documents: - Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable. - College transcript(s), if qualifying based on education, or other documentation to prove possession of the basic requirements for this position. Agency Contact Information CrystalJohnson Office of Human Resources Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The United States Capitol Police is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without discrimination based on national origin, race, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Capitol Police