The Supreme Court Police enforces federal and District of Columbia laws and regulations, as well as enforces regulations governing the Supreme Court Building and grounds prescribed by the marshal and approved by the Chief Justice of the United States.

Designated members of specialized units attend the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) at FLETC.

In 2024, the starting salary for a newly hired member of the Supreme Court Police was $81,552 a year.

[2] The Supreme Court Police also accept lateral hires from local, State and Federal agencies.

[2] Working for the Supreme Court Police offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health insurance benefits, premium pay, and eligibility for retirement with 20 years of service at age 50, or 25 years’ service at any age.