$117,551 – $151,808
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
The U.S. Capitol Police is hiring a training instructor to develop and deliver law enforcement courses ranging from basic recruit training to specialized advanced programs at their Cheltenham facility. This role suits someone with experience in law enforcement training curriculum design, adult education methods, and the ability to create realistic scenarios that prepare officers for the field.
Our summary, not U.S. Capitol Police’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience in law enforcement training at CP-8/GS-10 level or equivalent
- Knowledge of law enforcement training principles, methods, and materials
- Knowledge of adult learning methodology and program evaluation
- Skill in developing training curriculum, lesson plans, and course content
- Skill with computers and software for training delivery
Nice to have
- Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field
- LL.M. degree
- Three years of progressively higher-level graduate education