Protective Security Operations Specialist #5437

Target Hiring Range: $102,745-$115,000

Department: Office of Security, Emergency Preparedness, and Continuity
Posting Date Range: 4/22/2026-5/6/2026
Pay Grade Range: $102745-$173959
Work Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Remote Work Status: Onsite

The Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses.

This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description

The Target Hiring Range for this position is: $102,745-$115,000

The United States Senate Sergeant at Arms is looking for a Protective Services Operations Specialist (PSOS) to join its Member Outreach and Security Coordination (MOSC) team. This position serves as a liaison between Senate offices, the United States Capitol Police, and other law enforcement entities, by coordinating security services tailored to the needs of each Senator. The PSOS will work as part of a collaborative team to deliver timely, high quality support with a focus on exceptional customer service. Additionally, the MOSC team supports a variety of in-person events both on and off of Capitol Hill, making each day unique. Candidates with previous law enforcement and/or dignitary protection experience are desired.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties
Works closely with Capitol Police and other law enforcement partners to coordinate security enhancements for Senators at events, during travel, and at their residences or other associated locations. Reports on security risks, concerns, and persons of interest involving possible or actual threats to Senate Members, staff, the Capitol, and/or offices, and provides regular updates and applicable advice regarding these incidents. Implements outreach efforts, security assessment initiatives, and law enforcement coordination to ensure Senators and their Chiefs of Staff receive the necessary guidance, tools, and support when planning and attending public events or conducting both official and unofficial travel. Reviews publicly available and law enforcement sensitive information to identify potential threats or gaps in security and provide insight on operational planning and emergency response to Senate staff. Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Education
High School Diploma/ GED.

Required Work Experience

High School Diploma/ GED: 5-8 years of relevant experience.
Bachelor's Degree: 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.
Master’s Degree: 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.

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.
Knowledge of, or ability to learn, principles of security planning and management, emergency response, and resource allocation.
Experience working with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to coordinate available resources.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with Senate staff and senior government officials.
Ability to organize and coordinate resources to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
Ability to explain complex law enforcement subjects, including event planning best practices, to the Senate community.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to proficiently write executive summaries of threat and intelligence information.
Ability to balance shifting priorities and multitask across a wide range of projects.
Ability to exercise tact and discretion with others regarding sensitive and confidential issues.
Ability to analyze difficult and complex issues and make recommendations for action.
Ability to conduct research and prepare analyses and reports.
Ability to communicate effectively.

Desired Qualifications

Previous law enforcement/dignitary protection experience.
Able to adapt to a fast-moving and constantly changing environment.
Strong task management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Excellent attention to detail.

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 a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.
Sedentary (carrying items less than 25 pounds).

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.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must:
1. Be a U.S. citizen;
2. Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B);
3. Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or
4. Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).

Employment is contingent on background / security investigation results.

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

The SAA provides a highly competitive benefits
package for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage to
help provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professional
development, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to our
Employee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’s
benefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW.

ACCOMMODATIONS

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to [email protected] with “Accommodation” in the subject line.

VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under
the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference AFTER you apply for this position. The link will also be available on the "Thank You" page after you have submitted your job application.

Candidates only need to apply one time for veterans’ preference to
be considered for all future veterans’ preference positions within the Senate
Sergeant at Arms.

All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement.
Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered.
Documentation to obtain veterans’ preference will not be considered if attached to the job application.
If you need to revise or resubmit your Application for Veterans' Preference/documents, please withdraw your previous Application for Veterans' Preference and resubmit. If you require assistance, please email [email protected].
To view additional information regarding the VEOA, please click here.

An applicant
who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or to provide
information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran’s status will
not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but the individual may be
ruled ineligible for veterans’
preference.