Special Agent (Reemployed Annuitant) Investigations Division

About the role

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. The USCP protects and secures Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure, and open environment.

What you will do

• This announcement will remain open until the positions are filled.
• Successful applicants re-employed with the dual compensation offset waiver granted by the USCP are able to earn their full salary and their full annuity without penalty.
• Dual Compensation Offset Waiver for Approved Rehires Work full time Maximum age limit (under 58 at the time of appointment) Receive overtime Earn full annuity and full salary Earn annual leave and sick leave Term appointment up to 4 years This position is located within the Protective Services Bureau (PSB), Assistant Chief of Police for Protective and Intelligence Operations (ACOP-P&IO), United States Capitol Police (USCP).
• PSB collects and analyzes information to produce intelligence, assess threats, enforce the law, identify risks, and develop and employ risk mitigation, Member protection, and enforcement strategies.
• A United States Capitol Police Special Agent within PSB performs a full range of protective and investigative functions.
• The PSB ID is responsible for investigating violations of the D.C. Code and Title 18 of the U.S. Code to include allegations of criminal activity, terroristic activity, and threats or unusual interests against Members of Congress and other statutory protectees of Congress that occur in the jurisdiction of the USCP as defined by 2 USC § 1966(a) & (f).
• Duties include but are not limited to: ID Special Agents - Investigate criminal and terroristic activity involving violations of the D.C. Code and Title 18 of the U.S. Code; Collect, evaluate, interpret, and disseminate information related to the mission of the ID; Prepare and disseminate written reports including reports of investigation, various investigative assessments, and investigations bulletins; Perform a full range of comprehensive investigative functions to include planning, organizing, fact-finding, and reporting results on cases ranging from routine to highly complex; Perform protective intelligence operations, coordinating investigative and operational efforts with other USCP sworn officers and outside agency officials; Serve as a liaison with local, state, and Federal law enforcement agencies; Conduct surveillance, surveillance detection, and counter surveillance operations; Represent the USCP during investigative and law enforcement meetings.
• Serve arrest and search warrants; work with judicial officials for prosecution.

Requirements

• You must obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Your completed application and required documents must be submitted by the closing date of this vacancy announcement to receive further consideration.
• Your online application and answers to the attached assessment questionnaire will be reviewed and evaluated.
• As a result of this initial review, qualified applicants will be required to submit additional biographical information and supporting documents.
• A list of these documents will be provided to you during the selection process.
• For further consideration, qualified candidates will be required to submit an Authorization for Release form and additional information via a Personal History Statement (PHS) for further pre-employment screening.
• The information provided, along with a review of a candidate's credit, criminal history, and their driving record, will be reviewed.
• ESOPH is an automated system used by investigators to efficiently manage background investigations.
• Candidates will receive an e-mail from ESOPH, where they will be instructed to provide their PHS.

Education

High School diploma or GED certificate is required.

Must have completed FLETC Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) or USCP Basic Agent Training Program (BATP) or equivalent training program from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) or U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

Certificate or FLETC transcript must be included with application. If you need a copy of your FLETC transcript, you can request it through email at ***, call *** or visit the following url: ***

How you will be evaluated

The evaluation consists of the following: o Full Field Background Investigation o Medical Examination o Polygraph Examination o Psychological Examination. USCP sworn employees who retired no more than 12 months prior to the date of application for a reemployed annuitant position will be waived from completing the medical, psychological, and polygraph examinations.

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.

Additional Job Requirements: Must successfully complete the 6 week USCP Agent Training Program (ATP) for DPD or 5 week USCP Investigations Training Program (ITP) for ID for retention in the position. Firearm Proficiency – USCP Special Agents must be able to carry and maintain proficiency in the use of a firearm. Shift Work - The USCP operates 7 days per week and 24 hours per day.

Special Agents will be required to work any assigned shift. Duty hours are subject to change to accommodate the needs of the Department.

Applicants must be willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Probationary Period - This appointment requires the employee to complete a one-year probationary period. The one-year probationary period begins after completing the mandatory training described in this Vacancy Announcement. During the probationary period, the employee's conduct and performance will be monitored to determine if the employee will be retained.

Documents you must provide

• 1) Resume; 2) Copy of FLETC CITP or USCP Basic Agent Training Program (BATP) or equivalent training program from the FBI, DEA, U.S. Postal Inspection Service or Immigration Special Agent Training Program (ISATP) certificate(s) or FLETC transcript; 3) SF-50(s) for retirement stating that you have retired under voluntary retirement or mandatory retirement and that shows 1811 series in your career.
• If you need a copy of your FLETC transcript, you can request it through email at ***, call *** or visit the following url: ***

What to expect next

Your application will be considered in the order of receipt. Your online application will be reviewed and a determination will be made as to whether you will be considered for employment. A notification of your application status will be sent to you via email.

If considered, respond and provide all requested documents and information in a timely manner. If selected, the applicant will be hired as a Provisional Officer and must successfully complete a series of training courses, subject to the applicant's duration of separation from law enforcement.

Training will include: A multi-week, USCP-specific training program at the USCP Academy located in Cheltenham, Maryland; and up to 4 weeks of Field Training, as required; and a Firearms Refresher Training Course. Approximately 6 week USCP Agent Training Program (ATP) for DPD or 5 week USCP Investigations Training Program (ITP) for ID located in Cheltenham, Maryland.

Employment Disqualifiers: There are specific situations that automatically disqualify applicants for USCP employment.

Some of the automatic disqualifiers include, but are not limited to: o Conviction of a felony o Conviction of domestic violence o Conviction of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs (DUI)/Driving While Intoxicated or Impaired (DWI) o Use of illegal drugs in violation of the United States Capitol Police suitability standards o Less than Honorable military discharge o Intentionally falsifying an application or providing false or intentionally misleading information at any stage of the selection process.

Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the United States Capitol Police may not be able to provide specific feedback or disclose the reasons for your disqualification, due to confidentiality and legal considerations related to the hiring process.

Additional information

Benefits Highlights: The USCP offers a competitive starting salary of $147,928.00 with opportunities to earn overtime up to the maximum allowable pay rate. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, life and long-term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, and an employee assistance program.

Student Loan Repayment Program Incentive up to $10,000 annually with a maximum of $80,000 per employee and is subject to budget availability. Previous creditable Federal service is used to determine the appropriate leave accrual category. Transit subsidy benefits for your commuting costs may be provided to you as a tax-free benefit.

USCP has several on-site state of the art fitness centers with access to personal trainer consultants and locker room facilities. 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.