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.
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This position is located in the Uniformed Services Bureau, United States Capitol Police (USCP). Serves as an Operations Support Assistant at the Division level within a Bureau or an Office. Performs a broad range of technical and administrative office support work and services to support sworn and civilian staff. Provides human resources support services, automation/computer support, records maintenance, report/information consolidation and similar functions. Performs a range of support operational activities including monitoring and analyzing workflow issues and projects in consultation with supervisors and/or senior officials. Due to the nature of a police force and emergency operations, civilians may be called upon to perform emergency operations duties outside the realm of their expertise. Other duties as assigned may vary significantly from the primary duties of the position, and the incumbent as a Federal law enforcement agency employee must be fully aware of this possibility.
Establishes effective working relationships with officials, officers, and civilian personnel. Actively assist officers with various administrative requests. Fields phone calls from other divisions, agencies, vendors, and the public. Utilizes personal computer/office automation systems including word processing, database management, spreadsheets, and/or other software packages to prepare reports, graphs, charts, etc.
Reviews documents for grammar, format, and spelling. Reads incoming correspondence, publications, regulations, court notifications and subpoenas, and directives that may affect the organization and assigned officers. Organizes and maintain office files and prepare older files for digital archiving. Prepares, maintains, and certifies automated Time and Attendance reports and monitors leave balances using the Workbrain system. Provides assistance and/or information to officials and officers with overtime requests, leave requests, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applications, Paid Parental applications, pay certification, payroll corrections, workers' compensation paperwork, requests for advance leave, requests for leave without pay, and similar services as requested. Serves as the organization's liaison for office support services. Organizes and maintains office files, records, manuals, and related materials in accordance with established policies and procedures. Plans and coordinates extensive office support services for specialized or unique program or office needs. Responds to inquiries and requests for assistance on administrative problems. Maintains procurement files and databases in accordance with Federal regulations and agency directives.
Establishes control records on incoming correspondence and action documents, following up on work in progress to ensure timely action. Reads incoming correspondence, publications, regulations, court notifications and subpoenas, and directives that may affect the organization and assigned officers. Uses a database to obtain a document tracking number to log out documents to various offices. Assists in the preparation of requests for procurement, training, travel authorizations, travel vouchers, reimbursements, and other forms as needed, using applicable automated systems.
You must be a U.S. citizen. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Must complete a one-year probationary period.
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
For the CP-04 level you must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the CP-03/GS-05 receiving and processing documents and data/statistical information in accordance with established procedures; reviewing documents and reports for completeness and entering information into an automated tracking system; researching information from various sources and communicating results to Specialists; or similar administrative experience.
For the CP-05 level you must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the CP-04/GS-06 receiving and processing documents and data/statistical information in accordance with established procedures; reviewing documents and reports for completeness and entering information into an automated tracking system; assisting in the development and/or implementation of clerical or administrative processes for application within a unit or subdivision; and selecting, evaluating and arranging information from files and other sources for use by others in completing larger reports and projects; or similar administrative experience.
For the CP-06 level, you must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the CP-05/GS-07 developing and implementing administrative procedures and general policies; analyzing and interpreting information related to administrative functions; entering, updating, and managing data across various systems while addressing and correcting any errors or inconsistencies; completing basic financial tasks in support of the budget process; and independently completing reports and projects for the organization.
All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.
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. https://www.sss.gov/verify/ Fingerprint 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.
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.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
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.
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.
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 and 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.
Email
veronica.mason.ctr@uscp.gov
Address
OCAO-Office of Human Resources 119 D Street NE
119 D Street NE
Washington, DC 20510
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. Please note that if you are not selected for this position, the USCP 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.
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/14/2026 to 05/29/2026
Salary
$60,710 - $105,552 per year
Pay scale & grade
CP 04 - 06
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required - No Travel Required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Job family (Series)
- 0303 Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant
Security clearance
Not Required
Announcement number
req740
