Protective Security Operations Specialist #5437

Senate

Washington, DC

JobSummary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Protective Security Operations Specialist. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

LowGrade

HighGrade

PromotionPotential

OrganizationCodes

LL/LL01

Relocation

False

HiringPath

public

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

Few

AgencyMarketingStatement

The Office of the Sergeant at Arms (SAA) is the largest in size of staff and budget in the Senate. It is responsible for all Senate computers and technology support services, recording and photographic services, printing and graphics services, and telecommunications services. The SAA also provides assistance to all Senate offices with their staffing, mailing, purchasing, and financial needs. The offices of the SAA that are responsible for providing these and other services include Capitol Facilities, the Operations Division, Customer Relations, Financial Operations, Human Resources, and Information Security. The SAA also shares responsibility for the U.S. Capitol Police, the Senate Page Program, the Senate Office of Training and Development, and the Capitol Telephone Exchange. The Sergeant at Arms is an excepted service agency. Employment with the Sergeant at Arms does not confer the "Competitive Status" that generally results from selection and service in Competitive Service agencies.

TravelCode

MajorDuties

Works closely with Capitol Police and other law enforcement partners to coordinate security enhancements for Senators at events, during travel, and at their residences or other associated locations. Reports on security risks, concerns, and persons of interest involving possible or actual threats to Senate Members, staff, the Capitol, and/or offices, and provides regular updates and applicable advice regarding these incidents. Implements outreach efforts, security assessment initiatives, and law enforcement coordination to ensure Senators and their Chiefs of Staff receive the necessary guidance, tools, and support when planning and attending public events or conducting both official and unofficial travel. Reviews publicly available and law enforcement sensitive information to identify potential threats or gaps in security and provide insight on operational planning and emergency response to Senate staff. Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma/ GED.

Requirements

Evaluations

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.

HowToApply

All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/YO0NL. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.

WhatToExpectNext

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

RequiredDocuments

Subject to background/security investigation.

Benefits

OtherInformation

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

ServiceType

AnnouncementClosingType

AnnouncementClosingTypeOption

N/A

AgencyContactEmail

SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov

SecurityClearance

Top Secret