Civil service positions implement and enforce government laws across federal, state, and local levels. In 2016, the government employed 9.5 million civil servants. Career opportunities exist in both office positions and fieldwork
Deputy/officer is starting rank, followed by corporal and sergeant. Lieutenant supervises lower ranks and reports to division captain. Captain leads specific divisions, major manages multiple divisions. Chief Deputy Sheriff monitors department operations, highest rank. Sheriff is elected, responsible for county jails and policing
Security clearance is a background check required for US government jobs. Process examines criminal record, credit history, and personal conduct. Over four million Americans have national security clearances
Gross salary in TV-L E-13 tier 1 is €4,388.38. Net salary in tax class 1 is €2,796.93 (63.74% of gross). Annual bonus is 46.47% of base monthly salary
Most positions available through USAJOBS. Noncompetitive procedures allowed for SK-13 and below positions. Applicants must be U.S. citizens
Civil service consists of government officials serving citizens in public sector. Career civil servants are hired based on merit rather than appointment. Federal government employs about 2.1 million civilian workers as of 2022