Police Officer (Lateral/Certified) - Up to 60K Recruitment Incentive

Iowa Judicial Branch; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a full-time position with the Supreme Court Police in Washington, D.C. This role involves ensuring the safety and security of the Supreme Court, its Justices, and visitors through diligent law enforcement practices. Candidates will engage in a variety of responsibilities, including dignitary protection, courtroom security, and maintaining order during significant events. Applicants must possess strong communication skills, a clean legal record, and the ability to meet rigorous physical standards. Join a team committed to upholding the integrity of the nation's highest court in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Must complete Uniformed Police Training Program at FLETC.
• Mature, reliable, and skilled in communication.

Responsibilities

• Protect the Supreme Court Building and grounds.
• Provide Dignitary Protection for Supreme Court Justices.
• Maintain order during demonstrations and events.

Skills

Dignitary Protection

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Firearm Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

This is a full-time position with the Police Department of the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C.

Lateral hires that sign a three-year service agreement will receive incentive payments totaling either $60,000 for those with at least two years of Dignitary Protection experience, or $50,000 for those who do not meet this standard. Recruitment incentive details for are set forth in the duties section of this announcement.

Overview

• Accepting applications
• Open & closing dates: 04/03/2025 to 04/30/2025

• Salary: $83,362 - $142,513 per year

• Pay scale & grade: LP 1

• Location: Washington, DC

• Telework eligible: No

• Travel Required: Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

• Appointment type: Permanent

• Work schedule: Full-time

• Service: Excepted

• Promotion potential: 3 - Promotions are awarded based on competitive evaluation as vacancies arise.

• Job family (Series): 0083 Police

• Supervisory status: No

• Security clearance: Not Required

• Drug test: Yes

• Financial disclosure: No

• Bargaining unit status: No

• Announcement number: SCUSPD-202504-LC

• Control number: 834490800

Duties
The Supreme Court of the United States Police is a Federal law enforcement agency that derives its authority from United States Code 40 U.S.C. 6121. The Supreme Court Police enforce Federal and District of Columbia laws and regulations, as well as enforce regulations governing the Supreme Court Building and grounds prescribed by the Marshal and approved by the Chief Justice of the United States. The department's mission is to ensure the integrity of the Constitutional Mission of the Supreme Court of the United States by protecting the Supreme Court, the Justices, employees, guests, and visitors.

The Supreme Court Police are responsible for providing a full range of police services, to include:

• Protection of the Supreme Court Building and grounds, and persons and property therein;
• Dignitary Protection for the Supreme Court Justices, both domestically and internationally;
• Maintain suitable order and decorum within the Supreme Court Building and grounds, to include policing demonstrations and large-scale events;
• Provide Courtroom security;
• Provide residential security for the protectees of the Supreme Court of the United States;
• Prepare numerous reports to include incident, found property, accident, and arrest reports, as well as testify in court.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment:

• Status as a U.S. Citizen, National, or one who owes allegiance to the United States
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
• Meet Experience Requirements (see Qualifications)
• Applicants must be licensed to drive for at least one year at the time of application, and have an excellent driving record.
• A Supreme Court Police Officer must be able to maintain proficiency in the use of a firearm. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm and are ineligible for the position.
• Officers are prohibited from having visible body markings (including, but not limited to: tattoos, body art, facial piercings, gauges, and brandings) on the head or neck (above the collar), hands, and fingers (any area from wrist bone to fingertips).
• Employment is subject to successful completion of a medical exam, which includes rigorous fitness standards.
• Successful completion of a Physical Abilities Test (PAT): The PAT will consist of four events, completed as one continuously timed exam.
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation.

Qualifications
The following criteria must be met in order to be eligible to apply:

• Successful completion (or willingness to complete) the Uniformed Police Training Program (UPTP) at FLETC.
• Completion of other Federal law enforcement academy programs will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Currently employed as a federal, state, or municipal law enforcement officer with at least one year of full duty service after training.
• Applicants must be mature, reliable, skilled in oral and written communication, and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Applicants must have no record of felony convictions.

Education
A high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement for applicants meeting the other eligibility criteria.

How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All applications must be filled out in their entirety and be legible in order to be considered. Please submit only the required documents.

Agency contact information:
Supreme Court of the U.S. Police Department
Fax [phone] Email [e-mail]
Address: Supreme Court Police Department, 1 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20543