About This Position
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Parking 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.
Qualifications
Other Duties/ Responsibilities Regularly fills in for Administrative Specialists and Permit Issuance Specialist; performs duties including but not limited to: issuing permits, answering phones, sending and receiving emails, processing TranSAAct requests, data entry, issuing Senate plates and placards. Fills in for Enforcement Specialists as needed. Schedule adjustment may be required.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Ability to obtain a Segway operator certification. Ability to safely drive vehicles in close confinement with skill and visual acuity.
Ability to communicate effectively with Congressional staff regarding parking of vehicles. Knowledge of or ability to learn basic computer skills. Must possess a valid driver’s license with at least two years licensed driving experience; good driving record.
Desired Qualifications Preferred ability to proficiently drive a manual transmission vehicle. Working Conditions Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions.
In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. Ability to operate moderate to large machinery. Outdoors.
Major Duties
Verifies authorization of drivers and vehicles in parking areas under SAA jurisdiction; routinely checks parked vehicles to ensure security compliance with parking rules. Provides customer service to Congressional permit holders. Monitors and patrols parking areas to ensure vehicle security; Reports unusual/suspicious vehicles, persons, or activities to a Lead, Supervisor, and/or Capitol Police. Performs requested vehicle jump starts; AAA trained to unlock vehicles when keys are locked inside. Other duties as assigned.
Education
High school Diploma or GED.
How You Will Be Evaluated
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.
Additional Information
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 [email protected] 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.
How to Apply
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.
Required Documents
Subject to background/security investigation.