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$147,928
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
The United States Capitol Police seeks experienced federal law enforcement agents to provide protective services and security operations for Congress members, their families, and congressional events. This role is specifically for reemployed annuitants who can earn their full salary alongside their full pension without penalty.
Our summary, not U.S. Capitol Police’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Completed FLETC Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP), USCP Basic Agent Training Program (BATP), or equivalent from FBI, DEA, or U.S. Postal Inspection Service
- Minimum five years of experience in 1811 series (waived for prior USCP employees)
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid U.S. driver's license with no revocations or suspensions in past year
- Pass comprehensive criminal history check covering past 10 years
- Pass credit check and not be in default on federal student loans
- Pass full field background investigation including employment, residential, and personal references
- Pass polygraph examination
- Pass psychological and medical examinations
- Pass fingerprint check with FBI
- Not convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence
- Age under 58 at time of appointment
- Full and unrestricted duty status at time of application and appointment
- Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service
- Complete all required training
- Complete probationary period