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Special Agent (Entry-Level)

U.S. Capitol Police · Legislative Branch

This job in plain English

This is an entry-level Special Agent job with the U.S. Capitol Police in Washington, DC. Agents protect congressional leaders and Members of Congress, and investigate crimes and threats in the Capitol area. The job has many openings, requires shift work at any hour, and involves some travel.

Many vacancies

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Only United States citizens can apply. Current USCP employees are not eligible under this announcement.

What you would do

  • Protect congressional leaders, Members of Congress, and visiting officials
  • Coordinate security for domestic and international travel and events
  • Investigate criminal and terroristic activity under D.C. Code and Title 18
  • Write investigation reports, assessments, and bulletins
  • Conduct surveillance and counter-surveillance operations
  • Work with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies

Do you qualify for LP-3?

With education: You need a 4-year college degree from an accredited school, or 4 years of military experience. You must also have a high school diploma or GED. Accredited means recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license, not revoked or suspended in the past year

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume
  • Transcripts proving your 4-year degree, if you use education to qualify
  • DD-214 or other military discharge papers, if you use military service
  • Additional biographical information and supporting documents when requested

How you will be rated: Your online application and occupational questionnaire are reviewed first. Applicants who pass the Initial Assessment (an orientation and the POST written test, with at least 70% in each section) move on to exams and a background check. Deliberate misstatements or withheld information can get you removed from consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Use a desktop or laptop for online steps; phones and tablets are not allowed for video sessions.
  • Submit transcripts or DD-214 with your application, or you may be rated ineligible.
  • Answer every background question fully and honestly, since omissions can disqualify you.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. The USCP operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. You must work any assigned shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Duty hours can change.

Incentives and relocation: Student Loan Repayment Program of up to $10,000 per year, with a maximum of $80,000 per employee, subject to budget availability.

Conditions of employment:

  • Must obtain and keep a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • Must pass a full field background investigation
  • Medical, psychological, and polygraph exams required
  • Physical test: timed 300-meter run, push-ups, and 1.5-mile run
  • Drug test required
  • Criminal history check of the past 10 years, plus credit and tax checks
  • Male applicants must be registered with Selective Service
  • Must show responsible driving in the past year
  • Must be able to carry a firearm and pass firearm proficiency
  • Must be proficient at high-speed and obstacle-course driving
  • Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Age 21 or older; maximum entry age is 39, or 40 in some cases
  • One-year probationary period after training
  • About 6 months of paid basic training, with travel at your expense
  • Misdemeanor domestic violence conviction makes you ineligible

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$90,853 per year
Pay scale and grade
LP-3 · LP
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
Many
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Police (0083)
Announcement
req853

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