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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 within the Containment Emergency Response Division (CERD), Operational Services Bureau (OSB). CERD provides specialized response capabilities for events that require heightened protective measures. As a CERD Technician, you will: o Perform tactical operations to safeguard Members of Congress, employees, and visitors to the U.S. Capitol Grounds and facilities and to safeguard against damage, terrorist activity, and/or theft. o Perform law enforcement and emergency response activities that require quick assessment of conditions and elements. o Make determinations between established alternatives such as the kinds of action to take and the level of force to use. o Provide tactical coverage during emergency situations. The results of this vacancy announcement selection process will be used to fill positions within the OSB-CERD. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. The selection list for this vacancy announcement will be active for a period of 24 months from the date of approval of the selection memorandum. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a current USCP Officer below the rank of Sergeant. Must have attained the rank of Private with Training and have completed your probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license. Must be able to obtain and maintain required CERD certifications. Must successfully complete all required training, i.e., CERD Firearms Course and CERD Basic Course. Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued travel card. Must satisfactorily pass INOVA physical and respiratory fit test to wear a gas mask. Must be willing to accept any collateral CERD duties as assigned such as Counter Sniper, Breacher, Instructor, EMT, Training Coordinator, etc. To obtain the rank of Technician, candidate must have attained the rank of Private First Class (PFC) and satisfactorily completed the probationary period outlined in this vacancy announcement under the Additional Information section. Qualifications All applicants must meet the following eligibility factors in order to be considered for the position of CERD Technician: 1. Must be a USCP Officer below the rank of Sergeant and must have attained the rank of Private with Training and have completed your probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. 2. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the selection date. 3. Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. REAL ID driver's license. 4. Must be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the selection date unless otherwise authorized by law (e.g., performance of duty injury, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)). 5. Must be able to take part in the USCP Respiratory Protection Program. 6. Must be available to work flexible working hours, as well as extended hours. 7. Must be able to travel to attend training and support USCP protective operations. 8. Must be able to travel on commercial, military, and private airplanes; boats; helicopters; trains; buses; and automobiles. 9. To obtain the rank of Technician, candidate must have attained the rank of Private First Class (PFC) and satisfactorily complete the probationary period outlined in this vacancy announcement under the Additional Information section. RETENTION CRITERIA: 1. Must maintain a Top Secret SCI security clearance. 2. Must maintain a valid U.S. REAL ID driver's license. 3. Must maintain a government issued travel card. 4. Must maintain required CERD certifications. 5. Must maintain enrollment in the USCP Respiratory Protection Program. 6. Must pass an annual Physical Fitness Qualification (PFQ). NOTE: An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources (OHR). 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. The selection list will be valid for two years from the selection memo date.