Police Officer (Emergency Operations Specialist)

U.S. Capitol Police • Washington, DC • Posted July 11, 2026

About the Role

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. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment. Responsibilities As a Police Officer (Emergency Operations Specialist), you will: Maintain situational awareness of events, incidents, and criminal activity as they relate to the USCP operation or involving USCP personnel. Monitor all radio calls for law enforcement services, activities and emergencies. Monitor closed circuit cameras. Monitor National Capital Region (NCR) airspace and work with interagency partners at the NCR Coordination Center to identify potential airspace security threats. Maintain knowledge of the current location of all congressional leadership. Make notifications to the Chief of Police, Assistant Chiefs of Police, Duty Deputy, and re...