Police Officer (Lateral Transfer)

U.S. Capitol Police
📍 Washington, DC, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 01, 2026

Job Description

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. The USCP protects and secures Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure, and open environment. Responsibilities A United States Capitol Police Officer LP-0083 performs a full range of police duties and responsibilities: Enforces Federal and District of Columbia laws and regulations, and enforces USCP rules and regulations relating to law enforcement. Physically protects the U.S. Capitol complex (buildings and grounds), Members of Congress, visitors, and staff from threats of crime and disruption; preserves law and order; and serves as a deterrent to crime and other violations of laws, rules, and regulations. Takes charge of accidents and crime scenes, restricting access to crime scenes; observes, stops, and questions suspicious persons. Prep...

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Job Details

  • Location Washington, DC
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date July 01, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 06, 2026