Deputy Assistant Sergeant at Arms, OSEPC #316

Summary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Deputy Assistant Sergeant at Arms, OSEPC. 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 11:59pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Duties

Provides executive-level strategic and operational vision and oversight of SAA work related to the safety and security of the Senate in partnership with the United States Capitol Police and Legislative Branch stakeholders. Provides oversight for the efficient staffing and resourcing of the Division. Coordinates and leads work on a variety of matters, initiates and guides programs, and is responsible for process improvement and change management within the area of responsibility. Directly supports, coordinates with, and implements work as directed by the Assistant Sergeant at Arms. Supervises expert research, special studies, and reviews; and advises the Assistant Sergeant at Arms on improvements to the safety and security of the Senate and U.S. Capitol. Ensures proper implementation of approved policies and procedures, and initiates new policies and procedures as required. Provides direct support to the Executive Office and participates in Executive Level decision making bodies. Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Other Duties/ Responsibilities May participate in the Duty SAA program. Required Work Experience Eight to ten years of senior or executive management experience and professional experience in physical security, continuity, incident management, and/or law enforcement. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge Knowledge of principles and practices of security, threat management, emergency preparedness, and/or Federal government continuity. Ability to simultaneously manage multiple, complex lines of effort. Ability to provide strategic advice on operational decisions. Ability to make operational and personnel decisions in a high-visibility, high-stress environment. Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to produce and execute effective strategic plans to achieve the desired outcomes. Ability to communicate effectively and clearly. Ability to brief executives and provide effective decision support. Excellent interpersonal skills. 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. Working Conditions Position requires the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate, and to potentially work from alternate sites. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Must be able to frequently move throughout Capitol Grounds and off-site locations to confer with stakeholders and respond to time-sensitive tasks. This position requires in-person or virtual presence during meetings and briefings with stakeholders and staff. May require long periods of standing and computer use. Work is performed on and off Capitol Grounds. Essential Services are functions and activities that are critical to the continuous operation, security, and support of the United States Senate. These services must remain operational without interruption to ensure the Senate can conduct official business. Positions supporting essential services require employees to be available and prepared to work, including during inclement weather, holidays, weekends, late nights, and overnight hours. Due to the nature of Senate operations, essential services, including network operations and infrastructure, cannot be suspended while the Senate is in session, and maintenance activities may be required outside of normal business hours. Excepted Services refer to functions and activities that are authorized to continue during a lapse of appropriations because they are necessary to the performance of the Senate’s constitutional functions, address emergency circumstances that imminently threaten the safety of human life or the protection of property, or directly support essential services of the United States Senate. Employees in excepted positions are generally required to work and remain operational during a lapse of appropriations to ensure continuity of critical Senate functions. These positions may involve working non-standard schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, to maintain uninterrupted service and operational readiness. Security Clearance This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree.

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.

Required documents

Subject to background/security investigation.

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.

Other 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.

What to expect next

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.