"Alerted.org

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 Vehicle Management Division (VMD), Office of Logistical Services (OLS), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), in the United States Capitol Police USCP). The Vehicle Management Division is responsible for oversight of a large-scale, mission-critical fleet program and a comprehensive, diversified fleet of assets for the USCP. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The incumbent of this position serves as Manager, Vehicle Management Division, and is responsible for providing leadership, direction, supervision, planning, coordination, and expertise when conducting the complete range of operations for the Division. The employee plans for and develops new policy and program guidance. Resolves complex problems in fleet management operations, asset and inventory management to include maintenance, storage, accountability, and disposal. Exercises delegated managerial authority to set a series of annual, multiyear, or similar long-range work plans and schedules for in-service and contracted work. Develops and implements the Division's operational readiness plans and programs that support mission-critical elements of the Department. Oversees and manages budget operations to include formulation and execution. Determines the best approach or solution for resolving budget shortages and plans for long-range staffing needs. Requirements Conditions of Employment You 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 Security Clearance. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. At the CP-13 level, you must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-12/GS-14 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as the following: (1) Experience planning, organizing, leading, and coordinating staff activities where responsibilities were well-defined, workflows ran smoothly, and collective efforts contributed to the successful achievement of organizational objectives. (2) Expert knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and methodologies of fleet management operations, services, resources, and assets. (3) Skill in analyzing and creating solutions to complex issues and problems that deter successful fleet management operations. 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/) 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. 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.