Qureos Mentor

United States Senate

<div>Target Hiring Range: $102,759-$104,000
Department: Office of Security, Emergency Preparedness, and Continuity 
Posting Date Range: 4/1/2026-4/15/2026 
Pay Grade Range: $102745-$173959 
Work Hours: Rotating Shifts 
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: $102,759-$104,000
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Senate Operations Center (SOC) Watch Analyst with experience in the collection and processing of information, from a variety of sources, to provide situational awareness updates and incident management analysis to Directorate and Organizational leadership. This position requires a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in an Operation Center or a similar field with a concentration in critical incident management and information sharing among stakeholders. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties 
Assists the Watch Officer in coordinating with other Command, Operations, and Fusion centers and designated stakeholders for clarifying information on potential incidents impacting Senate Members, staff, facilities or operations. Assists the Watch Officer in the collection and analysis of information from a variety of sources, information feeds and contacts to facilitate the development of Senate-specific situational awareness. Supports the Watch Officer in developing and maintaining situational awareness of planned events and incidents that may affect the Senate. Supports the operations of the SOC and other programs during daily operations, planned events, or incidents. Develops and delivers training on SOC operations for non-Watch Desk individuals. Undertakes research and planning projects, which address SOC mission requirements under the direction of the SOC Manager. Other duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Required Education 
HS/GED with 3-5 years of relevant work experience, or Bachelor's with 1-3 years of relevant work experience. 
Other Duties/ Responsibilities<ul><li>
Provides emergency/crisis support and is subject to recall to the Senate Operations Center primary location, an alternate Continuity of Government facility, or telework site during emergency operational support conditions, training, or exercises. Such incidents may require the employee to work extended hours and days outside the normal work schedule.</li></ul>
Required Work Experience<ul><li>
 1-3 years of experience in an operations or intelligence center setting.</li></ul>
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge<ul><li>
Ability to remain calm and provide accurate details during stressful situations.
</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
</li><li>Ability to gather and analyze data.
</li><li>Ability to effectively interact with staff members representing all levels of the organization.
</li><li>Ability to accurately prepare and process a variety of reports, records, and documents.
</li><li>Ability to conduct professional presentations and present training to a variety of participants.
</li><li>Ability to develop instructional material and select most effective instructional method.
</li><li>Ability to obtain Incident Command Systems (ICS)- 100, 200, 700, and 800.</li></ul>
Desired Qualifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, political science, or a related field.
</li><li>Experience monitoring and synthesizing data from classified and open-source intelligence, situational awareness platforms, and emergency alert systems.
</li><li>Strong skills in drafting and delivering timely situation reports (SITREPs), briefings, and notifications to internal and external stakeholders.
</li><li>Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations and adapt to rapidly changing operational environments.
</li><li>Demonstrated experience working in 24/7/365 operations, including shift work, holidays, and weekends. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly convey complex information to leadership and peers.
</li><li>Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in relevant tools and systems (HSIN, Microsoft Office Suite, mass notification platforms).
</li><li>Familiarity with the operations, geography, and security posture of the U.S. Capitol complex or prior experience supporting Congressional or federal agency missions.</li></ul>
Working Conditions<ul><li>
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.
</li><li>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.
</li><li>No exceptional physical demands.</li></ul>
Security Clearance<ul><li>
This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. Government security clearance.</li><li>
Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.</li></ul> 
 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. &sect; 1324b(a)(3)(B); 
3. Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 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&rsquo;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 employment@saa.senate.gov with &ldquo;Accommodation&rdquo; 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 &quot;Thank You&quot; page after you have submitted your job application. 
 
Candidates only need to apply one time for veterans&rsquo; preference to be considered for all future veterans&rsquo; preference positions within the Senate Sergeant at Arms.<ul><li>
All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans&rsquo; Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement.</li><li>
Late applications for veterans&rsquo; preference will not be considered.</li><li>
Documentation to obtain veterans&rsquo; preference will not be considered if attached to the job application.</li><li>
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 SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov.</li></ul> 
An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or to provide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran&rsquo;s status will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but the individual may be ruled ineligible for veterans&rsquo; preference.</div>

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