Selecting the Nation's
Finest.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by…
Become a member of one of the strongest, most prestigious organizations
in our country.
In order to ensure that the most qualified individuals are protecting
our U.S. Capitol, our selection process is quite stringent. It includes
a written exam, application review, interviews, background investigation,
polygraph, medical exam and psychological evaluation. Our rigorous
process allows us to locate and select the nation's finest.
The expected duration for completion of the selection process generally takes 3-6 months.
Register for the written exam now!
Please contact us to schedule an examination date. Click on the preferred icon to view the testing registration
dates!
Your minimum requirements are:
Age
Must have reached your 21st birthday but have not reached your 37th birthday at the time of appointment. In accordance with Public Law 100.238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions, therefore candidates must be referred for selection before reaching their 37th birthday unless they presently serve or have previously served in a Federal civilian law-enforcement-retirement-covered position. (Hence, the maximum age may be waived with prior qualifying Federal Law Enforcement Employment).
Education
Must be a High School graduate or possess a GED certificate.
Citizenship
Must be a United States citizen.
Driver’s License
Must possess a valid United States driver’s license.
Health
Must be in excellent physical heath. Weight must
be proportionate to height. Vision must be no greater than 20/100
uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 in each eye.
Background
Must have no record of felony convictions and must
not be involved in pending criminal litigation. Prior military service
must have been separated under honorable conditions.
Character
Must be a mature, responsible individual with a
high degree of tact dedicated to a police career. The ability to
work with minimum supervision, and interest in assisting all Members,
employees, and visitors of the Congressional community is also of
vital importance.
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