Armed Security Officer - Elite Units & Special Ops

United States Capitol Police; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Capitol Police is actively recruiting for police officer vacancies in Washington, D.C. providing armed security for Congress, the public, and the Capitol.

The department emphasizes a diverse workforce and offers a high starting salary in the DMV area, plus a 10,000 retention bonus and substantial loan repayment programs. Recruitment highlights include specialized units such as Dignitary Protection, CERT/SWAT, K-9, Bicycle, Special Operations, Investigations, and more.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be between 21-39 years of age.
• Must have a High School diploma or a GED certificate.
• Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must show evidence of responsible driving in the past one year.
• Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must successfully complete a full field background investigation.
• Travel for hiring assessments and training is at applicant's expense.
• Psychological, medical assessment, polygraph, fitness, criminal, credit, and tax check required.
• Must successfully complete all required training.

Responsibilities

• Dignitary Protection Division provides armed security and protection for Members of Congress.
• Containment and Emergency Response Team (CERT/SWAT).
• K-9 Unit.
• Bicycle Response Team.
• Special Operations.
• Criminal Investigations.
• Intelligence and Interagency Coordination.
• Threat Assessment Section.
• Command Center.
• Communications.

Skills

Citizen of the United States

Age 21-39

Valid driver's license

Good driving record

Selective Service registration (males)

Background investigation

Willingness to travel for assessments

Psychological/medical/fitness/criminal

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The United States Capitol Police is actively recruiting for police officer vacancies in Washington, D.C. providing armed security for Congress, the public, and the Capitol.

The department emphasizes a diverse workforce and offers a high starting salary in the DMV area, plus a 10,000 retention bonus and substantial loan repayment programs. Recruitment highlights include specialized units such as Dignitary Protection, CERT/SWAT, K-9, Bicycle, Special Operations, Investigations, and more.