Messenger Driver #424

Job Description

Summary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Messenger Driver. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 11:59pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Duties

Transports Senators and staff by motor vehicle. Transports Senate Leadership as requested and assigned by motor vehicle. Delivers mail to various offices in the Senate and other government buildings; collects outgoing mail. Picks up and delivers official Senate documents, materials, equipment, and supplies; maintains related records and signature records. Maintains supplies, answers phones, and assists other staff as needed. Other duties as assigned.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.

Education

High School Diploma/GED.

Additional Information

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

How to Apply

All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/YO0NL. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.

Required Documents

Subject to background/security investigation.

What to Expect Next

Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

About the Agency

The Office of the Sergeant at Arms (SAA) is the largest in size of staff and budget in the Senate. It is responsible for all Senate computers and technology support services, recording and photographic services, printing and graphics services, and telecommunications services. The SAA also provides assistance to all Senate offices with their staffing, mailing, purchasing, and financial needs. The offices of the SAA that are responsible for providing these and other services include Capitol Facilities, the Operations Division, Customer Relations, Financial Operations, Human Resources, and Information Security. The SAA also shares responsibility for the U.S. Capitol Police, the Senate Page Program, the Senate Office of Training and Development, and the Capitol Telephone Exchange. The Sergeant at Arms is an excepted service agency. Employment with the Sergeant at Arms does not confer the "Competitive Status" that generally results from selection and service in Competitive Service agencies.

Requirements

Required Work Experience At least one year of relevant work experience operating a motor vehicle. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge Possession of a valid driver’s license for at least five years and a good driving record. Ability to learn mail routing or traffic routes for governmental buildings and installations in and around Washington, D.C., and assist staff as needed. 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. Desired Qualifications Experience operating passenger vans, large SUVs, shuttle buses, or other government/commercial vehicles in a professional setting. Knowledge of the U.S. Capitol complex, Senate office buildings, and surrounding Washington, D.C. roadways. Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with Senators, staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize urgent requests, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience maintaining transportation logs, delivery records, or vehicle inspection reports with strong attention to detail. Ability to safely operate vehicles in high-traffic areas, adverse weather conditions, and during special events or emergencies. Basic knowledge of vehicle safety inspections and reporting maintenance concerns. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability and reliability. Experience handling sensitive or confidential materials with discretion and professionalism. CDL permit or CDL Class B with passenger endorsement preferred but not required. Working Conditions Position requires the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate, and to potentially work from alternate sites. Work is primarily performed in a garage or operating passenger vehicles. Must be able to safely lift/carry items up to 50 pounds. Essential Services are functions and activities that are critical to the continuous operation, security, and support of the United States Senate. These services must remain operational without interruption to ensure the Senate can conduct official business. Positions supporting essential services require employees to be available and prepared to work including during inclement weather, holidays, weekends, late nights, and overnight hours. Due to the nature of Senate operations, essential services, including network operations and infrastructure, cannot be suspended while the Senate is in session, and maintenance activities may be required outside of normal business hours. Excepted Services refer to functions and activities that are authorized to continue during a lapse in appropriations because they are necessary to the performance of the Senate’s constitutional functions, address emergency circumstances that imminently threaten the safety of human life or the protection of property, or directly support essential services of the United States Senate. Employees in excepted positions are generally required to work and remain operational during a lapse in appropriations to ensure continuity of critical Senate functions. These positions may involve working non-standard schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, to maintain uninterrupted service and operational readiness.