Department

Department of Public Safety

Division

Law Enforcement & Public Safety (Sworn)

Salary

$59,684.00 - $68,574.00

Job Profile

JC-02187200-26 - Capitol Police Officer (C94 L2448 DOA DOC Public Safety DOR)

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Opening Date

January 26, 2026

Closing Date

March 12, 2026

Job Requisition Number

JR100958 Capitol Police Officer (Evergreen) (Open)

Pay Grade

C00324 A

Classification

Capitol Police Officer

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To protect and provide police services and general security at the State Capitol, annexes, properties contained therein, and adjacent state buildings, grounds, premises and designated state properties against the ordinary hazards of trespass, theft, fire and damage; to maintain order on the premises; to provide for the safety, security, and protection of the public, employees and property; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of a superior Rhode Island Capitol Police officer from whom assignments and instructions are received in detail or outline form; work may be reviewed during shift assignments and upon shift completion for efficiency and methods of performance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• To protect and provide police services and general security at the state capitol, annexes, properties contained therein, and adjacent state buildings, grounds, premises and designated state properties against the ordinary hazards of trespass, theft, fire and damage.
• To maintain order on the premises.
• To provide for the safety, security, and protection of the public, employees and property.
• To regularly patrol the State Capitol, annexes, adjacent state buildings and grounds to detect and prevent fire, theft, vandalism and/or defacement of property.
• To preserve peace, order and make arrests when necessary.
• To prevent trespassing, loitering, and other public nuisances, such as soliciting and peddling in and on state properties.
• To provide an effective building security program that maintains the physical security of the State Capitol and other state facilities.
• To coordinate the evacuation of state officers, state personnel and the public from state buildings when necessary.
• To provide entrance security and operate security equipment at designated state buildings and areas, ensure physical security, and restrict access of unauthorized persons.
• To keep the occupants of state buildings free from outside annoyances and interference by solicitors, peddlers, and other unauthorized persons.
• To assist in developing and maintaining building security procedures.
• To perform patrol duties in accordance with a designated homeland security threat mitigation posture during times of elevated threat levels or when otherwise directed.
• To assist in developing, implementing, monitoring, and controlling evacuation procedures at state buildings during times of fire, bomb threats, or other natural and man-made crises.
• To maintain order and provide crowd control at various events and activities occurring on state properties.
• To gather intelligence and conduct tactical threat assessments of state buildings, to enhance security of the same and protect occupants from all threats.
• To investigate and report accidents occurring in state buildings and on state grounds.
• To interact with the public and provide information pertaining to the location of state offices and personnel.
• To respond to emergency situations and provide CPR and/or first aid to injured persons.
• To check the physical security of buildings and ensure that entrances and windows are secured.
• To direct motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic on state properties and monitor and control parking in and around the premises.
• To stay on duty, when so ordered or until relieved, and pass on any special instructions or pertinent information to relief officers.
• To cooperate with local/state and federal law enforcement agencies in conducting police and security operations.
• To prepare accurate written and verbal reports.
• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the tactics, techniques and procedures involved in providing police services and general security to safeguard state buildings and grounds; a working knowledge of the methods and responsibilities of patrolling and police work relating to the protection of people and property; a working knowledge of the methods of investigating accidents and other incidents; a working knowledge of primary marksmanship fundamentals and skill in the use of firearms; the ability to detect and respond to dangerous conditions within state facilities, and the capacity to respond independently to threats and emergencies; the ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public; the ability to keep simple records, and use the same to prepare clear reports; the ability to analyze and appropriately act in emergency situations, develop effective courses of action and successfully facilitate safe outcomes to the same; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Such as may have been gained through: Graduation from a senior high school or possession of a general equivalency diploma (GED) issued by a state department of education; and

Experience: Such as may have been gained through: Successful completion of the Rhode Island Capitol Police Training Academy.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Prior to appointment, must have satisfactorily met the following conditions:

(1) Must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate;

(2) Must submit to and satisfactorily pass a full background criminal investigation (BCI);

(3) must have been evaluated and tested by a certified psychologist and receive a satisfactory rating in writing;

(4) Must meet the State of Rhode Island qualification requirements to carry service weapons used in the performance of duty, and must maintain such qualification requirements as a condition of employment;

(5) must successfully pass the Capitol Police training program as required by the Director of Public Safety;

(6) must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license;

(7) must successfully complete and pass a CPR/first aid training course specified by the Department once every two (2) years.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:


Comprehensive information regarding the 2026 Capitol Police Recruitment, including the required Physical Fitness Test Medical Certificate, can be found at Rhode Island Capitol Police, under the RECRUITMENT tab.  

In order to participate in the physical agility test phase of the process, all candidates MUST provide a certified Physical Fitness Test Medical Certificate signed by a medical provider certifying that the candidate has been examined within the last six (6) months and is of sufficient physical conditioning to allow the candidate to participate in the physical fitness test.  The certificate can be found at Physical Agility Test Information where you can download the certificate, including information on the standards.  It is incumbent on the candidate to bring the physical agility test standards booklet found at the Capitol Police website along with the certificate so the medical provider can review the requirements for the test.  

Upon successful completion of the Physical Agility Test, applicants must obtain a passing grade on the Capitol Police Written Test. 

Benefits

For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
 

Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.