Containment and Emergency Responses Division (CERD) Sergeant

United States Capitol Police; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 96,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Capitol Police is seeking a Sergeant for the Containment and Emergency Responses Division. This role involves tactical operations, leadership, and administrative duties to ensure the safety of Congress and its members. Candidates must be current USCP Sergeants and meet specific eligibility factors, including maintaining a Top Secret SCI security clearance. The position offers a full-time schedule with significant responsibilities in critical incident management and team supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be a current USCP Sergeant by the closing date.
• Must maintain a valid U.S. REAL ID driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform tactical operations to safeguard Members of Congress.
• Provide leadership and supervision during tactical operations.
• Coordinate additional resources for critical incident resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Tactical Operations

Human Resource Management

Job description

Containment and Emergency Responses Division (CERD) Sergeant


Overview

Announcement number/Req ID:req490

Closing date:6/5/2025

Pay scale & grade:LP 08- 08

Salary:96,484.00 - 160,664.00PA

Job Series:0083

Appointment type:Permanent

Work schedule:Full-Time

Locations

Many vacancies in the following location:

Washington, DC20001

Relocation expenses reimbursed:No

Telework eligible:False

Clarification from the agency:Only current USCP Sworn employees. Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers

Duties

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 eventsthat require heightened protective measures.

As aCERD Sergeant, you will:

Perform tactical operations to safeguard Members of Congress, employees, and visitors to theU.S. Capitol Grounds. Provide leadership and supervision to Technicians during tacticaloperations. Respond to the scene of a critical incident to assess the totality of the situation andcoordinate team response. Coordinate any additional resources required for the safe resolution of
a critical incident. Work rotating shifts as assigned by the CERD Commander to properlyoversee operations and manage day-to-day scheduling and activities. Complete Incident SupportPlans for congressional delegations (CODELs) and special events. Perform other duties andprojects assigned by the CERD Commander.

Perform administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staffsupervised. Plan, schedule, and assign work to subordinates. Provide advice, counsel, andinstruction to foster an inclusive team environment. Conduct written evaluations related toperformance and conduct. Take appropriate commendation or corrective action and effectdisciplinary measures as appropriate.

The results of this vacancy announcement selection process will be used to fill positions withinthe OSB-CERD. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Theselection list for this vacancy announcement will be active for a period of 24 months from thedate of approval of the selection memorandum.

Travel Required:2 You will be required to travel for this position in support of team training and operational missions as directed by the CERD Commander.

Supervisory status:True

Promotion Potential:08

Requirements

o Must be a current USCP Sergeant by the closing date of this announcement.o Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. REAL ID driver's license.o Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI security clearance.o Must be able to obtain and maintain required CERD certifications.o Must successfully complete all required training – i.e. CERD Firearms Course & CERD Basic Course.o Must be able to obtain and maintain a government-issued travel card.o Must satisfactorily pass INOVA physical and respiratory fit test to wear gas mask.o Must be willing to accept any collateral CERD duties as assigned such as Counter Sniper, Breacher, Instructor, EMT, Training Coordinator, etc.o Must be available to work rotating shifts as required.o Must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period upon completion of the required CERD training.

Qualifications

All applicants must meet the following eligibilityfactors in order to be considered for the position of CERD Sergeant:

1. Must be a current USCP Sergeant 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'sLicense.

4. Must be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the selection date unlessotherwise authorized by law (e.g., performance of duty injury, Family andMedical Leave Act (FMLA), or Uniformed Services Employment and ReemploymentRights Act (USERRA).

5. Must be able to take part in the USCP RespiratoryProtection 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 protectiveoperations.

8. Must be able to travel on commercial, military andprivate airplanes, boats, helicopters, trains, buses and automobiles.

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 Program.

NOTE: An applicant may request to be removed fromconsideration 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 not included in a collective bargaining unit.

How You Will Be Evaluated

The following selection process will be used to further assess candidates who have met the initial eligibility factors. Candidates must qualify under each phase to be considered in subsequent phases. Phase I: Initial Qualification - The OHR will conduct an eligibility factor review as outlined in this vacancy. In consultation with the OHR, a review of each candidate's resume and Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) assessment will be conducted by an appointed assessment panel. Phase II: Unscheduled leave - Unscheduled leave will be evaluated by the OHR. Phase III: Eligible candidates will be scheduled for the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) Physical Fitness Qualification (PFQ). The candidate's passing PFQ score will count toward the candidate's overall ranking in the selection process. A description of the PFQ is located in the Next Steps section of this vacancy announcement. Phase IV: Eligible candidates will complete the CERD Qualification Combat Pistol Course and must pass with a qualifying score of 385 or higher in order to continue in the selection process. The qualification score will count toward the candidate's overall ranking in the selection process. Phase V: Structured Interview - Candidates eligible for Phase V will be scheduled for an oral interview. Results of this selection process will be used to recommend candidates to the hiring manager who is the final selecting official. The OHR will conduct a disciplinary action review to determine if there are pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters, which will be made known to the selecting official. Prior to making their selection, the selecting official will review any available Department documents, to include application documents, each candidate's complete career disciplinary record, and results of selection process phases, and may, at their discretion, conduct additional interviews with all recommended candidates, if necessary. The selecting official may, at their discretion, not select a recommended candidate for reasons such as: 1. Substandard performance; 2. Serious sustained misconduct; and/or 3. Pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters internally or externally. All aspects of the process are subject to the Department's legal review. All final recommendations are subject to final approval of the Chief of Police. The selection list will be valid for two years from the selection memo date.

Security clearance:4

Drug test required:No

Required Documents

Applicants must submit a copy of the following documents by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application. 1. Resume. Ensure that your resume reflects your relevant USCP and prior work history and any training or education. 2. Valid U.S. REAL ID driver's license. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation are submitted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.

How to Apply

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.

Next Steps

Next StepsApplicants will be notified via internal USCP e-mail of their status at the conclusion of each phase of the selection process described in this vacancy announcement. NTOA PFQ: The NTOA PFQ consists of 5 tests designed to measure a candidate's personal fitness abilities and expectations to be successful through the selection process. An administrator will walk all the candidates through the course and explain exactly what they will be expected to do prior to taking the PFQ for their qualification score. Passing scores will be recorded and count toward the candidate's overall ranking in the selection process. Each component must be tested in the order presented below, and 3 minutes of recovery is required between tests: Test 1: 800-Meter Run (1/2 mile) - Performed in training uniform and boots. Test 2: 400-Meter Run (1/4 mile) - Performed with a 25-lb. object in each hand; 20-lb. vest; and gas mask (no filter). Performed in training uniform and boots. Test 3: Burpees - Candidate begins from the starting/standing position and must lower chest and hips to the ground. Complete with vertical jump and full hip and knee extension along with arms extended overhead. Performed in training uniform and boots. Test 4: Squats - Candidate begins from the starting/standing position and must descend hip lower than the knees at the bottom ("below parallel"). Complete at the top with full hip and knee extension. Performed wearing a 20-lb. vest, gas mask (no filter), and training uniform and boots. Test 5: Pull-Ups - A forward or reverse grip is acceptable. The first 5 pullups must begin with arms fully extended at the bottom of the hang, with both feet off the ground. Firearms Qualifications Assessment Training: Satisfactory completion of an introductory CERD Firearms Training Course in which candidates will become familiar with and qualify with weapons currently used by CERD operators. Candidates must pass with a qualifying score of 425 or higher for the handgun portion and 450 for the rifle portion. CERD Basic Training Course:Satisfactory completion of the CERD Basic SWAT training course, or an outside agency SWAT school, or both as determined by the CERD Commander before candidate will be officially assigned to CERD.


Agency contact information

LisaStarghill

United States Capitol Police

Email: [e-mail]


Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:The United States Capitol Police is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without discrimination based on national origin, race, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), disability, age, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.