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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 in the U S. Capitol Police, Operational Services Bureau, Special Operations Division. The incumbent is responsible for examining, registering, and securing all delivery vehicles and their contents for explosives and weapons before they are allowed to proceed to the Capitol complex. This position requires a background investigation. At full performance level of CP-05/GS-07 the duties include: The incumbent is responsible for operating x-ray machines to screen cargo destined for the Capitol Complex, to include the Library of Congress, for explosives and weapons. Off-loading cargo from delivery vehicles, visually inspecting, loading on the x-ray machines, and returning deliverables to the vehicles making certain that all items removed from the delivery vehicles are properly reloaded and the doors properly secured before departing the Off-Site Inspection Station. Visually inspecting delivery vehicles for explosives and weapons, using creepers for hands-on inspection of the undercarriage (mirrors used if undercarriage is too low for creeper inspection). Visually inspecting the engine compartment and passenger compartment of the delivery vehicles to include the inspection of the glove box and any items in sealed containers. Assisting K-9 explosive detection teams, and directing civilian freight handlers in their duties. Providing building security for the delivery center facility in accordance with Departmental Orders, guidelines and standard operating procedures. Safely directing the ingress and egress of delivery vehicles at the Off­ Site Delivery Center. Utilizing an in ground, auto scan under-vehicle inspection system (UVIS) to screen the undercarriage of all vehicles that come to OSDC. This system includes specialized software that is used to examine the images on a separate computer in which the incumbent views for any possible issues. Aiding sworn officers in determining the compliance status of vehicle and material screening security sites for use in inspection and enforcement targeting, and in identifying potential violators attempting to bring illegal weapons or explosives into the Capitol complex. Assisting officers in carrying out security screening procedures designated to afford maximum security such as assisting K-9 units or directing vehicles entering or leaving the area. Assessing security screening activities; independently gathering data and preparing reports, from the department's computer system and making recommendations consistent with established security screening practices. Safely and proficiently using equipment provided to complete required job responsibilities. Recognizing medical emergencies. Making notifications to the proper authorities for assistance. Safeguarding the Capitol complex facilities by efficiently screening all deliveries. Observing extraordinary conditions or circumstances that indicate potential criminal activity, and reporting such activities as appropriate action. Making observations of suspected violations of the law and report to the proper authorities; and cooperating with and assisting members of the Department as well as other law enforcement agencies. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen. Successful completion of a Background Investigation is required. Must complete a one year probationary period. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Applicants qualifying for the CP-04/GS-06 grade level must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (CP-03/GS-05), which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized Experience is defined as work with a Federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. Such experience must have provided knowledge of protective systems and techniques. Physical Requirements: Position will require regular and recurring physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, stretching, bending, reaching, carrying or moving equipment/materials, and similar activities. Position requires the ability to go underneath (using a creeper) and climbing on top of large vehicles in order to perform visual inspections. Employee must be able to lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted, and items weighing more than 50 pounds with assistance. The incumbent engages in such exertion when screening/inspecting vehicles/trailers and materials for illegal or banned items on deliveries to the Capitol Hill complex and the Library of Congress, participating in training, climbing stairs or ladders, and walking in and around large buildings. Working Conditions: Works outside in all kinds of weather, in addition, when operating vehicles, drives in all types of weather and traffic and is exposed to the possibility of accidents. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Incumbent is exposed to heat, cold, wind, dirt, dust, mud, and water in the performance of duties of this position. All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education are located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/) Education There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade. Additional Information Additional Conditions of Employment with USCP: Note: As per the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA) and the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, criminal history information will only be collected following a qualifications review and after a tentative offer of employment has been made. A criminal history does not automatically exclude an applicant from employment with the USCP. Criminal History Check -- Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal history check of the past 10 years if offered employment. A criminal history check will be performed on applicants who accept an offer of employment. Credit Check -- Must successfully pass a credit check. Applicants must not be in default or delinquent on any Federal guaranteed student loans. Applicants must demonstrate a competent financial history. Financial delinquency including collection accounts, liens, repossessions, or garnishments may be a basis for disqualification. Selective Service Registration -- Male applicants must provide verification of registration with the Selective Service System or must verify exemption from the Selective Service System registration because of age or military status. Female applicants are exempt from Selective Service System registration. https://www.sss.gov/Registration/check-a-Registration/Verification-Form Fingerprint Check -- Applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a check of the criminal history record. Background Investigation -- Must successfully complete all components of the USCP full field background investigation. There are few automatic grounds for rejection in the USCP background investigation process. Issues of misconduct, such as illegal drug use, arrests, or convictions may not be automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements, omissions, or intentionally withholding required information at any phase of the hiring process will result in a candidate's disqualification regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatement or omission. The primary reason candidates fail a background investigation is due to deliberately withholding or omitting material facts. Providing false and/or misleading information may be grounds for removal from the application and selection process.