Police Officer (Field Training Officer)

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.

Duties

The United States Capitol Police post-academy Field Training Program (FTP) is designed tosupport and complement the training provided by the USCP Training Services Bureau. The FTPdelivers a curriculum merging academic instruction with operational activities to validate criticalskills required of USCP police officers. The FTP training is delivered by Field Training Officers(FTOs) assigned to operations within the Uniformed Services Bureau. Probationary officers arecarefully supervised and evaluated throughout the process to maximize exposure to the tasksrequired of police officers.


As an FTO you will:


Provide on-the-job training to new officers immediately following graduation from the USCP Training Academy. Responsibilities include providing directions to a new officer in daily operations and related field operations and various facets of police service within the congressional community. FTOs provide field and scenario-based training ensuring that the probationary officer experiences different facets of police work.


Evaluate and advise on the trainees progress by observing performance of the trainee andpreparing observation reports. Evaluate the trainees handling of assignments and documentationof incidents/events. Identify deficiencies of individual trainees and collaborate with the FTPSergeant(s) and Division Coordinator to develop and implement a remediation plan to assist the trainee in successful completion of field training.

Evaluate training materials for currency applicability and technical accuracy. Research and evaluate the validity and pertinence of course materials and determine the most effective methods and procedures for organizing training materials that provide adequate clear and detailed coverage of law enforcement subjects.

Collaborate with the FTP Sergeant(s) and Division Coordinator to develop training books covering the law enforcement functions and procedures of the Division; determine pertinent issues and collect relevant information from a variety of sources; and review information and apply standard analytical techniques.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Must be a current USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and have attained the rank of Private First Class by the date of selection. Must have successfully completed probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. Must not have disciplinary actions for the last three years. Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. drivers license. Must successfully complete all required training.

Qualifications

1. Must be a USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant have successfully completedyour probationary period; and have attained the rank of Private First Class by the date of selection.
2. Must be assigned to the Uniformed Services Bureau.
3. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the date of selection.
4. Must be in a full and unrestricted duty status to attend participate andsuccessfully complete all required training courses related to this position asof the date of selection.
5. Must be available to work flexible hours rotating shifts and possiblemidnight assignments.
6. Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. drivers license.
7. Must nothave disciplinary actions for the last three years.

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 included in a collective bargaining unit. NOTE: More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. 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. RETENTION CRITERIA

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.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority