Police Officer (Crime Scene Search)

This position is located in the Crime Scene Search, Special Operations Division, Operational Services Bureau. Crime Scene Search is responsible for responding to various crime scenes, at various locations, and assuming control of crime scenes in order to photograph, diagram, record, process, and collect all items of evidentiary value. Performs a full range of crime scene search functions on a variety of crime scenes within the Capitol Grounds and its extended jurisdiction.

Processes crime scenes associated with crimes or incidents such as robberies, stolen cars, and motor vehicle accidents. Determines the scope of the crime scene, secures the perimeter, and documents the location of evidence using techniques such as photography and diagramming. Processes the scene determining appropriate field tests, properly safeguarding and marking evidence requiring laboratory testing or processing, and documenting evidence and actions to maintain chain of custody.

Collects latent fingerprints through dusting or chemical development. Assists in the execution of search warrants.

Note: More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. The selection list for this vacancy announcement will be active for a period of 12 months from the date of approval of the selection memorandum. An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources (OHR).

1. Must be a USCP sworn officer below the rank of Sergeant, successfully completed the probationary period and attained the rank of Private First Class.
2. Must possess and maintain a valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license.
3. Must be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the selection date unless otherwise authorized by law (e.g., performance of duty injury, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)).
4. Must not be in leave restriction status as of the closing date of this announcement.
5. Must be available to work flexible working hours, all shifts.
6. Must be able to pass the training class.

There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.

The following selection process will be used to further assess candidates who have met the initial eligibility factors. Candidates must qualify under each phase to be considered in subsequent phases. Phase I: Initial Qualification - The OHR will conduct an eligibility factor review as outlined in this vacancy.

Phase II: KSA Assessment - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities will be evaluated by an appointed assessment panel, including resume review. Phase III: Structured Interview - Candidates eligible for Phase III will be scheduled for an oral interview. Results of this selection process will be used to recommend candidates to the hiring manager who is the final selecting official.

The OHR will conduct a disciplinary action review to determine if there are pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters, which will be made known to the selecting official. Prior to making their selection, the selecting official will review any available Department documents, to include application documents and each candidates' complete career disciplinary record, results of selection process phases, and may, at their discretion, conduct interviews with all recommended candidates, if necessary. The selecting official may, at their discretion, not select a recommended candidate for reasons such as: 1.

Sub-standard performance; 2. Serious sustained misconduct; and/or

1. Pending investigatory and/or disciplinary matters internally or externally. All aspects of the process are subject to the Department's legal review. All final recommendations are subject to final approval of the Chief of Police.

Applications and supporting documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

This position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions.

This position is included in a collective bargaining unit.

NOTE: More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. The selection list will be active for a period of one (1) year from the date of approval of the selection memorandum. An applicant may request to be removed from consideration by sending a written request to the Office of Human Resources (OHR).

Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers

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Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

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Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.

1. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
2. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account, select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
3. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.

The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.

Applicants must submit a copy of the following document by uploading and attaching the document with their on-line application.

1. Resume. Ensure that your resume reflects your relevant USCP and prior work history and any training or education.
2. Valid REAL ID U.S. driver's license. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and required documentation are submitted prior to the closing date of this announcement. If you do not attach the required documentation, you will be ineligible for this announcement.