We support our prestigious occupants in their critical mission to govern our country.

We fulfill the journey of visitors from across our nation and around the world to celebrate and discover the center and symbol of American democracy. Our internal and external services are equally essential in the successful fulfillment of our mission, values and vision.

Who We Are

The AOC is rooted in a tradition of unique craftsmanship and ingenuity.  Today, there are more than 2,000 employees serving around the clock.

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History of the AOC

Our legacy and ancestry is rooted in the very beginnings of the capital city of the United States.

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Organizational Structure

Get to know the jurisdictions and staff who care for the U.S. Capitol campus.

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Partnerships & Recognition

We are committed to partnering with other leaders in the field and developing communities of practice as we care for the nation's Capitol.

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AOC employees exemplify One Team, One Mission.

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Careers

The AOC has a wide range of available job and procurement opportunities.

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History & Discoveries

The Liberty Cap: Symbol of American Freedom

The 2024 Olympic mascot is a conical cap, the Phryge, a French symbol of freedom, but it symbolized freedom in the United States before the French adopted it.
Person standing next to shelves.
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Leading by Example

Charles "Doc" Wheatley, Assistant Supervisor of the Capitol Building Plumbing Shop's evening shift, has been a constant presence on the Capitol campus since 1987. That's when he accepted his first government position and began a decades-long career serving this treasured institution.

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