Below are the opportunities currently open for applications via USAJOBS.gov.

For more information about working at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), please visit our career page.

Building Automation System Technician

This position is at the U.S. Botanic Garden (USBG). The USBG is a public garden in the legislative branch and was established by Congress in 1820. The Garden inspires people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. We provide educational experiences to 1 million visitors annually, present horticultural displays and exhibits, strive to break down barriers to inclusion, and advance the exchange of ideas and information. Learn more: U.S. Botanic Garden.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2606
Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic
Grade Level
WG
12
Salary
$37.14
$43.32

Contract Specialist

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Then consider the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC), Supplies, Services, and Material Management Division (SSMMD); Supplies and Services Branch role as a Contract Specialist. This role performs duties in connection with the functions of the branch such as negotiating proposals and entering into contractual agreements between the AOC and private entities for the acquisition of supplies and services.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
1102
Contracting
Grade Level
GS
09 - 11
Salary
$68,405.00
$107,590.00

Arborist

This position is at the U.S. Botanic Garden (USBG). The USBG is a public garden in the legislative branch and was established by Congress in 1820. The Garden inspires people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. We provide educational experiences to 1 million visitors annually, present horticultural displays and exhibits, strive to break down barriers to inclusion, and advance the exchange of ideas and information. Learn more: U.S. Botanic Garden.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5042
Tree Trimming And Removing
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Facility Operations Specialist (Utility System)

The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations, Assistant Director, Utility Services Division, Utility Distribution Branch. The incumbent is a Facility Operations Specialist (Utility Systems) for the Capitol Power Plant (CPP) and is responsible for the operation and operational maintenance of the steam and chilled water Utility Distribution Systems (UDS) and associated auxiliary equipment.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
1640
Facility Operations Services
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Sales Associate

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). The CVC is the public’s front door to the U.S. Capitol, offering tours and education programs as well as supporting congressional events. Our goal is to inform, involve and inspire every visitor to the U.S. Capitol. The CVC has 200 employees across five divisions: Visitor Services, Exhibits and Education, Retail, Communications and Marketing, and Planning, Operations and Evaluation.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2091
Sales Store Clerical
Grade Level
GS
05
Salary
$45,146.00
$58,686.00

Assistant Director of Planning, Engineering and Architecture

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Planning and Design Division. The selectee will be responsible for supervising professional, technical, supervisory, permanent, temporary and contract support staff and planning and overseeing efforts and items such as: master planning, project planning, program planning and management, real estate matters, multiple engineering and architecture disciplines as well as select energy and electrical systems.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
15
Salary
$163,964.00
$191,900.00

Human Resources Specialist (Workers' Compensation)

If you are ready to leverage your experience in human resources then consider serving in the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC), Employee Benefits & Services Branch as the Workers’ Compensation Program Manager. This is a great opportunity to provide HR advice and guidance regarding compensation claims, policies, guidelines and procedures. In addition, you may also support division responsibilities such as benefits, retirement, telework and the agency's transit program.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0201
Human Resources Management
Grade Level
GS
11
Salary
$82,764.00
$107,590.00

Engineering Technician

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Office of the Facility Manager, Supreme Court Buildings and Grounds. This is a developmental position in which the selectee performs progressively more complex duties and responsibilities on a gradual basis leading to the full performance level of GS-11. Developmental assignments will be given with the goal of attaining the full performance level.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0802
Engineering Technical
Grade Level
GS
08
Salary
$61,933.00
$80,510.00

Painter-Refinisher

This position is in the Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings, Painting Branch. Serves as a skilled journey level Painter-Refinisher and does coating work on furnishings and buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4102
Painting
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Inventory Technician

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). The CVC is the public’s front door to the U.S. Capitol, offering tours and education programs as well as supporting congressional events. Our goal is to inform, involve and inspire every visitor to the U.S. Capitol. The CVC has 200 employees across five divisions: Visitor Services, Exhibits and Education, Retail, Communications and Marketing, and Planning, Operations and Evaluation.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2005
Supply Clerical And Technician
Grade Level
GS
06
Salary
$50,326.00
$65,425.00

Senior Construction Inspector

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Management Branch, Construction Management Section. The selectee will be responsible for inspecting work on construction projects for compliance with contract specifications. Projects involve structures that are of great historical significance requiring the use of specialized construction methods to accomplish.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0809
Construction Control Technical
Grade Level
GS
12
Salary
$99,200.00
$128,956.00

General Engineer/Architect

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division. The selectee manages building construction, renovation and/or infrastructure projects and is responsible for life-cycle project supervision, providing expertise, coordination, oversight and direction for multiple projects throughout the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Construction Representative

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division, Construction Management Branch. The selectee will work on highly visible projects that involve great historical significance and require the use of specialized construction methods to accomplish.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0809
Construction Control Technical
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Civil Engineer

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer. The selectee designs site layouts and utilities from concept through completion using various engineering and other software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, SAP2000, RISA-3D, MicroStation, Excel, MS Word and various construction management and scheduling software.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0810
Civil Engineering
Grade Level
GS
09 - 12
Salary
$68,405.00
$128,956.00

Lead Procurement Analyst

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Design and Construction Acquisition Division, Acquisition Policy Branch. The selectee will be responsible for development and implementation of AOC procurement policies and procedures used for the acquisition of supplies, services, and construction for the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
1102
Contracting
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Fire Protection Engineer

Join our team as a Fire Protection Engineer, located in the prestigious Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Superintendent, Library Buildings and Grounds (LBG), Assistant Superintendent Facilities Support Division. You'll be entrusted with the role of an esteemed expert, overseeing fire protection systems for LBG. Your responsibilities will encompass the planning, design, construction, modification, operation, and maintenance of fire protection systems across various facilities and structures.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0804
Fire Protection Engineering
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Chief Cost Estimator

This role is in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). This is a standard position description designed for use in any organizational unit within OCE to aide in the flexibility of responding to the needs of Congress and the Supreme Court in support of our mission to Service, Preserve and Inspire.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0828
Construction Analyst
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Visitor Assistant

This position is located in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC), the gateway to the U.S. Capitol and Congress. Our staff welcome visitors from around the world for tours of the historic rooms of the Capitol, educational programs and congressional events. Our goal is to inform, involve and inspire every visitor. This goal is supported by 200 employees across five divisions: Visitor Services, Exhibits and Education, Retail, Communications and Marketing, and Planning, Operations and Evaluation.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0090
Guide
Grade Level
GS
05
Salary
$45,146.00
$58,686.00

Assistant Director of Construction Quality

This position is in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). The incumbent responds to the needs of Congress and the Supreme Court in support of our mission to Serve, Preserve and Inspire. All roles within OCE support the project development lifecycle through the renewal, renovation, and maintenance of some of the Nation’s most treasured assets because working together we strengthen and showcase the foundation, facilities, and functions supporting American democracy.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
15
Salary
$163,964.00
$191,900.00

Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Assistant Supervisor

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Senate Office Buildings, Facility Operations Division, Maintenance Branch, Air Conditioning Section. The selectee assists the Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor to exercise oversight of the Building Automation System Network (BASnet) technical and administrative supervision over workers performing air conditioning (A/C) mechanical work.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5306
Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
Grade Level
WS
10
Salary
$43.78
$51.01

Financial Management Specialist

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Accounting and Finance Division, Accounting Branch, Accounting Operations Section. Financial Management Specialist provides analysis of policies and procedures and account maintenance and reconciliations as well as travel authorization and entitlement processing and invoice/payment transaction processing.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0501
Financial Administration And Program
Grade Level
GS
11
Salary
$82,764.00
$107,590.00

Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic (Maintenance)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings. The incumbent is a Journeyman and installs, maintains, evaluates and adjusts, repairs and calibrates electronic control equipment and systems in support of smart building controls and commercial refrigeration and Cooking equipment repair in the Senate Office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2606
Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic
Grade Level
WG
12
Salary
$37.14
$43.32

Wood Crafter

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Tenant Services Division, Wood Crafting Branch. The incumbent performs a wide range of carpentry projects in support of the Senate Office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4605
Wood Crafting
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Management and Program Analyst

The position is in the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and part of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC). The OIG provides wide-ranging support on all phases of Inspector General (IG) oversight to combat fraud, waste and abuse and encourage efficiency and economy.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0343
Management And Program Analysis
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Architect

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Senate Office Buildings (SOB), Facilities Support Division. The selectee performs a variety of duties related to the development of architectural designs and writing detailed specifications for new construction, interior and exterior alterations, restorations, additions and repairs to existing buildings and structures under the purview of the SOB, and involving interior environmental design.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0808
Architecture
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Instrumentation Controls Technician Supervisor

Provides expertise in calibrating, troubleshooting, maintaining, installing and repairing complex state-of-the-art digital and analog electronic and industrial equipment typically found in power plants. Performs maintenance, repair, calibration, installation and reading of various meters, controls and control systems, gauges and a wide variety of industrial process instrumentation utilized for the production and control of steam and chilled water in the Capitol Power Plant (CPP) system.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
3359
Instrument Mechanic
Grade Level
WS
12
Salary
$46.24
$53.99

Mechanical Engineer

The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Utilities and Power Plant Operations. This is a unique opportunity to support the mission of the AOC and serve as a Mechanical Engineer who provides professional support for Steam and Chilled Water related engineering for the Capital Power Plant (CPP) distribution system and plant buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0830
Mechanical Engineering
Grade Level
GS
12 - 13
Salary
$99,200.00
$153,354.00

Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings, Facility Operations Division, Maintenance Branch, Air Conditioning Section. The incumbent is an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic and performs duties involved with the installation, repair and modification of air conditioning systems and equipment that achieve regulated climatic conditions and a working knowledge of Building Automation System Network (BASnet).
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5306
Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
Grade Level
WG
11
Salary
$35.33
$41.28

Deputy Chief of Operations

We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in public service. Our mission is to serve, preserve and inspire memorable experiences to our clients and visitors to the Capitol complex. The Deputy Chief of Operations will serve as principal advisor to the Chief of Operations in all policy, technical and operational matters related to facilities management, design, construction, risk management, physical security, emergency management and critical infrastructure protection programs.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
SR
00
Salary
$147,649.00
$212,950.00

Summer Internship (Horticulture Plant Health Care Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as a Horticulture Plant Health Care Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Education Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Education Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Accounting Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Accounting Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Information Technology Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Information Technology Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to a career in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Horticulture Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as a Horticultural Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Laborer or Gardener Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as a Laborer or Gardener Aide in the AOC's Summer Internship Program. This program offers hands on professional experience, networking, training, and most of all, exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Architectural Aide)

The AOC is accepting applications for multiple Architecture Aide summer internships, that offer skill enrichment and experiential learning while promoting careers in public service. The summer internship program is a unique opportunity to gain real world experience within the federal government and throughout the historic campus of the U.S. Capitol.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Engineering Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Engineering Aide during the Summer Internship Program. This program offers hands on professional experience, networking, training, and most of all, exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Office Clerk)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Office Clerk during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Cost Estimator Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as a Cost Estimator Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Law Internship

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as a Law Clerk during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Masonry Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as a Mason Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Audiovisual Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Audiovisual Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

Summer Internship (Horticulture Urban Forester Aide)

The AOC has unique and exciting opportunities to serve as an Urban Forester Aide during the Summer Internship Program, which offers hands on professional experience, networking, training and most of all exposure to careers in public service, on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0999
Legal Occupations Student Trainee
Grade Level
GS
00
Salary
$17.00
$17.00

General Engineer/Architect (Senior Project Manager)

The Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division is seeking an exceptional General Engineer or Architect (Sr. Project Manager) to manage major construction projects having agency-wide impact. The selectee will provide overall project management direction ranging from conceptual design through commissioning.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00