Job 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.

Job Description

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Qualifying experience for the CP-04 level (GS-06 equivalent) includes one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-03 level (GS-05 equivalent). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrating experience to show you possess sufficient knowledge, skills and abilities to perform as a Kennel and Canine Care Technician including skills using basic hand tools, power equipment, and cage washer equipment, basic sanitation, feeding, grooming, bathing and exercising canines according to established guidelines, performing health checks on canines, assisting in loading and transporting canines to and from different locations All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)