Police Officer (Prisoner Processing)

U.S. Capitol Police•Washington, DC

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About The Position

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism, protecting and securing Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure, and open environment. This position is in the Prisoner Processing Section (PPS), Special Operations Division (SOD), Operational Services Bureau (OSB). PPS processes prisoners brought into the USCP Prisoner Processing Area and receives and stores lost and found property from departmental entities. The SOD Prisoner Processor supports prisoner intake, processing, and release; maintains prisoner and property records; assists with impaired-driving arrests and mass-arrest situations; and helps ensure prisoners' safety and well-being throughout processing.

Requirements

Be a current USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and have attained the rank of Private with Training by the announcement closing date.
Successfully complete the probationary period by the announcement closing date.
Not be in restricted leave status as of the announcement closing date.
Be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the announcement closing date, unless otherwise authorized by law.
Possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license.
Be available to work flexibly and additional hours on short notice.
Be able to work additional hours to support Congressional duties.
Have no disciplinary actions during the last three years.
Successfully complete all required training.
Attain an Intoximeter technician certificate in the proper use and maintenance of the Intoximeter Instrument.

Responsibilities

Conduct and record daily checks of the prisoner processing facility to ensure required safety measures and equipment are in place for prisoner intakes, processing, and outtakes.
Transport prisoners to the prisoner processing facilities and search prisoners.
Process prisoners brought into the facility and ensure paperwork is completed in a timely manner.
Receive, record, and maintain records of prisoner property, securing items until they are released to the prisoner or PAMD.
Receive and record found property from departmental entities and securely store it until release.
Assist with impaired-driving arrests and operate impairment-detection devices.
Testify in court regarding alcohol arrests and/or contraband cases processed through PPS.
Live-scan prisoners before they are cited, released, or presented to the Central Cell Block (CCB), and obtain necessary paperwork.
Provide support during mass-arrest situations.
Maintain paperwork and monetary records related to PD-61D issuance, bond, and collateral processes.
Oversee prisoners' safety and well-being throughout intake, processing, and outtake.