Police Officer; Private

Recruitment began on January 2, 2026

and the job listing Expires on February 2, 2026

The major duties of the Police Officer include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Safeguarding the National Park Service icons and symbols of democracy as well as other parks and jurisdictional areas around the Washington Metropolitan Area.
• Prevent, detect, and investigate criminal activity. Pursue and ensure criminal actors are apprehended.
• Cooperate with and assist members of the Force, as well as other law enforcement agencies. United States Park Police officers are expected to regularly work with state, local and federal partners to enhance safety and reduce crime.

Specialty Units are available to officers depending on competitive selection process and completion of training. The United States Park Police offers the following full-time specialized units with enhanced technician pay.

• Motorcycle Unit
• Aviation Unit
• Special Weapons and Tactics (S.W.A.T.)
• K-9 Unit
• Marine Patrol Unit
• Narcotics and Vice Unit
• Traffic Safety Unit
• Horse Mounted Patrol
• Intelligence and Counter terrorism Branch