Summary The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, or 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 Crime Scene Search, Special Operations Division, Operational Services Bureau. Crime Scene Search is responsible for responding to various crime scenes, at various locations, and assuming control of crime scenes in order to photograph, diagram, record, process, and collect all items of evidentiary value. Performs a full range of crime scene search functions on a variety of crime scenes within the Capitol Grounds and its extended jurisdiction. Processes crime scenes associated with crimes or incidents such as robberies, stolen cars, and motor vehicle accidents. Determines the scope of the crime scene, secures the perimeter, and documents the location of evidence using techniques such as photography and diagramming. Processes the scene determining appropriate field tests, properly safeguarding and marking evidence requiring laboratory testing or processing, and documenting evidence and actions to maintain chain of custody. Collects latent fingerprints through dusting or chemical development. Assists in the execution of search warrants. Note: 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 12 months 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 (OHR). Requirements Conditions of Employment 1. Must be a USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and must have attained the rank of Private First Class (PFC) by the closing date of this announcement. 2. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. 3. 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)). 4. Must not be in leave restriction status as of the closing date of this announcement. 5. Must be available to work flexible working hours, all shifts. 6. Must be able to pass the training class. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 1. Must be a USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant. Must have attained the rank of Private First Class and must have completed the USCP probationary period by the closing date of this announcement. 2. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the closing date of this announcement. 3. 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)). 4. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. 5. Must be available to work flexible working hours, all shifts. 6. Must be able to pass the training class. 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.