Oferta de trabajo: Police Officer (Firearms Training Instructor)

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 This position serves as a Firearms Training Instructor for the Firearms Training Division, Training Services Bureau (TSB), United States Capitol Police (USCP). Other assigned work locations include Cheltenham, MD; Quantico, VA; Ft. Meade, MD; and/or other designated training facilities. The Training Instructor (Firearms) performs a variety of duties, including but not limited to: Presents weapons training programs and courses for the Department and Bureau. Provides comprehensive instruction in the safe, proficient, and tactical use of Department-issued firearms that include handguns, shotguns, rifles, and submachine guns, etc. Responsible for weapon maintenance and armoring. Conducts practical exercises with a variety of weapons. Evaluates student performance and determines qualification level. Sets up, maintains, and manages the range. Develops student evaluation systems relevant to each firearm training program. Scores sworn employees and makes the initial determination whether they qualify or fail to qualify to meet Department standards. Analyzes and exercises independent judgment and discretion in making recommendations to management on training policies and other personnel actions. Plans and develops lesson plans and uses diverse instructional methods in order to present law enforcement subjects in an effective and efficient manner. Participates in the research, planning, analysis, and decision-making processes for the development and delivery of training courses. Provides instruction on topics from approved course materials and instructional plans for sworn employees. Serves as an adjunct instructor in support of all TSB course curriculums, to include Taser and Virtra (simulator). Requirements Conditions of Employment 1. Must be a USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant and must have been promoted to the rank of Private First Class (PFC) by the closing date of this announcement. 2. Must satisfactorily complete the following instructor assigned courses: Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program; Taser Instructor Training Program; CPR/AED; Use of Force; Range Safety Officer/Officer in Charge Training and Certification; and training as required by the Department for instructor certification. 3. Must obtain and maintain Department required certifications. 4. Must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period. 5. Must satisfactorily complete basic and advanced firearms and weapons training programs. 6. Must pass and obtain required Armorer courses and certifications. 7. Must submit to semi-annual blood and hearing tests. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 1. Must be a USCP sworn employee below the rank of Sergeant. Must have been promoted to the rank of Private First Class (PFC) by the closing date of this announcement. 2. Must be in full and unrestricted duty status as of the closing date of this announcement. 3. Must not be in restricted leave status as of the closing date of this announcement. 4. Must possess a valid driver's license. 5. Must be able to work at multiple range sites throughout the Washington Metropolitan area to include Quantico, Cheltenham, Ft. Meade, and Rayburn as required. 6. Must possess a minimum level of firearms proficiency demonstrated by a range score of 255. 7. Must successfully complete the Law Enforcement Instructor Training Program (LEITP) and Firearms Instructor Training Program (FITP) to achieve certification. 8. Must submit to semi-annual blood and hearing tests. 9. Must be able to work rotating hours and shifts to include days, evenings, and midnight shifts. Additional Duty required as needed. 10. Must pass range safety officer and emergency medical technician exams to fulfill range requirements. Education There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade. Additional Information 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 agreement (CBA). 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).