U.S. Customs and Border Protection
LAW ENFORCEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Swanton, Vermont, us, 05488
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Base pay range $50,980.00/yr – $81,065.00/yr
Please see announcement on USAJOBS for available locations.
Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Swanton Sector, Sector Intelligence Unit, located in Swanton, VT. Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.
Duties This position uses your knowledge and experience providing multi‑faceted analysis products including reports and real‑time communications in support of intelligence and law enforcement operations. This position starts at a salary of $50,980.00 (GS‑7, Step 1) to $81,065.00 (GS‑9, Step 10) with promotion potential to $81,065 (GS‑9 Step 10). GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. As a Law Enforcement Information Systems Specialist (LEISS), you will become a key team member of Homeland Security administrative professionals. Typical work assignments include: Creating intelligence reports based on extrapolated data, research and analysis. Conducting data mining and analyzing information by utilizing national databases to determine identity, citizenship, and removability of individuals in accordance with Immigration laws, rules, and regulations. Analyzing tactical surveillance video and imagery in conjunction with sensor alerts and other resources to detect and identify threats and incursions entering the U.S. and relay that information to agents in real time. Researching, analyzing, developing, and reporting on a variety of investigative and intelligence information to support ongoing investigations. Interpreting and implementing immigration law, video surveillance and database analysis.
Requirements You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service. Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below). All pre‑employment processes will be conducted in English. You may be required to pass a background investigation. CBP follows the DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures. As an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees, and to CBP employees specifically, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty, these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity to ensure such activity does not conflict with your official duties. Please review further details via the following link. DHS uses E‑Verify, an internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E‑Verify including your rights and responsibilities. Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Border Patrol Council – NBPC. For local chapter contact information see https://bpunion.org/#. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. View information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be placed in the Well‑Qualified category for this position, as described within this announcement. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Qualifications Experience: You qualify for the GS‑7 grade level if you possess 1‑year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Explaining information conveyed to the field on surveillance activities, sensor alarms, and database findings; Gathering, verifying, and sorting information requested by Border Patrol Agents, and law enforcement organizations for accuracy and completeness; Reviewing various reports to ensure accuracy; Informing supervisors of progress, potential controversies, and any widespread impacts; Directing and advising responding law enforcement officers using information derived from law enforcement information systems. Experience: You qualify for the GS‑9 grade level if you possess 1‑year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Preparing forensic evidence (audio and video) for court, establishing chain of custody, and testifying in court; Identifying and reporting criminal history information, federal/state/local warrants, and driver’s license information; Utilizing technical manuals and reference materials for the efficient operation of advanced law enforcement technology including remote video and sensor equipment; Gathering and analyzing data collected through numerous databases to ensure a proper status determination is quickly and accurately made. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement; otherwise you will be found ineligible. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements. Education Substitution: GS‑7: Successful completion of one year of full‑time graduate education from an accredited college or university may substitute for the experience required at this level. This education must demonstrate the skills necessary to do this job. If that information is not available, use 18 semester or 27 quarter hours. OR a bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) may also substitute for the experience required. It is based on class standing, GPA, or honor society membership. GS‑9: Successful completion of two or more years of full‑time graduate education or a Master’s (or higher) degree from an accredited college or university or an LL.B. or J.D. may substitute for the experience required at this level. Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post‑high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade levels specified in the table. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS‑9. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 11/05/2025. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non‑career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs, and possession of controlled substances. For additional information on the pre‑employment process, review the following link: Applicant Resources | CBP Careers. Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals must have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request a waiver. Probationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one‑year probationary period during the first year of their initial permanent federal appointment.
Education Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.
Additional Information The vacancy questionnaire includes four short, free‑response essay questions. This provides an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership. While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. To preview the questionnaire please visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12804058. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, you may request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case‑by‑case basis. Positions with known promotion potential do not guarantee promotion. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u) and 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess unique talents and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. Please upload your resume under the "Resume" document type. Any other relevant supporting documents should be uploaded under their appropriate document types as mentioned above. Only resumes up to two pages will be accepted. Do not submit PDF portfolios.
CBP Background CBP is responsible for securing America’s borders. We enforce immigration laws, screen travelers, seize narcotics and illegal goods, and prevent unauthorized entry. The mission is to protect the nation and maintain the integrity of our borders. For more about CBP’s mission, core values, and careers, visit https://www.cbp.gov/about.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
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LAW ENFORCEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $50,980.00/yr – $81,065.00/yr
Please see announcement on USAJOBS for available locations.
Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Swanton Sector, Sector Intelligence Unit, located in Swanton, VT. Additional selections may be made beyond the total number of vacancies specified using this vacancy announcement. Further selections may also be made for additional organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above.
Duties This position uses your knowledge and experience providing multi‑faceted analysis products including reports and real‑time communications in support of intelligence and law enforcement operations. This position starts at a salary of $50,980.00 (GS‑7, Step 1) to $81,065.00 (GS‑9, Step 10) with promotion potential to $81,065 (GS‑9 Step 10). GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. As a Law Enforcement Information Systems Specialist (LEISS), you will become a key team member of Homeland Security administrative professionals. Typical work assignments include: Creating intelligence reports based on extrapolated data, research and analysis. Conducting data mining and analyzing information by utilizing national databases to determine identity, citizenship, and removability of individuals in accordance with Immigration laws, rules, and regulations. Analyzing tactical surveillance video and imagery in conjunction with sensor alerts and other resources to detect and identify threats and incursions entering the U.S. and relay that information to agents in real time. Researching, analyzing, developing, and reporting on a variety of investigative and intelligence information to support ongoing investigations. Interpreting and implementing immigration law, video surveillance and database analysis.
Requirements You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service. Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below). All pre‑employment processes will be conducted in English. You may be required to pass a background investigation. CBP follows the DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures. As an employee of CBP, you will be joining a workforce that is dedicated to accomplishing our mission while maintaining the trust of our Nation by strictly adhering to all government ethics standards. Your conduct will be subject to the ethics rules applicable to all Executive Branch employees, and to CBP employees specifically, as well as the criminal conflict of interest statutes. Once you enter on duty, these rules include obtaining approval for outside employment or business activity to ensure such activity does not conflict with your official duties. Please review further details via the following link. DHS uses E‑Verify, an internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E‑Verify including your rights and responsibilities. Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Border Patrol Council – NBPC. For local chapter contact information see https://bpunion.org/#. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. View information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be placed in the Well‑Qualified category for this position, as described within this announcement. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the Required Documents section of this job announcement.
Qualifications Experience: You qualify for the GS‑7 grade level if you possess 1‑year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Explaining information conveyed to the field on surveillance activities, sensor alarms, and database findings; Gathering, verifying, and sorting information requested by Border Patrol Agents, and law enforcement organizations for accuracy and completeness; Reviewing various reports to ensure accuracy; Informing supervisors of progress, potential controversies, and any widespread impacts; Directing and advising responding law enforcement officers using information derived from law enforcement information systems. Experience: You qualify for the GS‑9 grade level if you possess 1‑year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Preparing forensic evidence (audio and video) for court, establishing chain of custody, and testifying in court; Identifying and reporting criminal history information, federal/state/local warrants, and driver’s license information; Utilizing technical manuals and reference materials for the efficient operation of advanced law enforcement technology including remote video and sensor equipment; Gathering and analyzing data collected through numerous databases to ensure a proper status determination is quickly and accurately made. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement; otherwise you will be found ineligible. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements. Education Substitution: GS‑7: Successful completion of one year of full‑time graduate education from an accredited college or university may substitute for the experience required at this level. This education must demonstrate the skills necessary to do this job. If that information is not available, use 18 semester or 27 quarter hours. OR a bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) may also substitute for the experience required. It is based on class standing, GPA, or honor society membership. GS‑9: Successful completion of two or more years of full‑time graduate education or a Master’s (or higher) degree from an accredited college or university or an LL.B. or J.D. may substitute for the experience required at this level. Combining Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed post‑high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade levels specified in the table. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS‑9. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 11/05/2025. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non‑career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs, and possession of controlled substances. For additional information on the pre‑employment process, review the following link: Applicant Resources | CBP Careers. Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals must have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request a waiver. Probationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one‑year probationary period during the first year of their initial permanent federal appointment.
Education Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.
Additional Information The vacancy questionnaire includes four short, free‑response essay questions. This provides an opportunity for you to highlight your dedication to public service for the hiring manager and agency leadership. While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. To preview the questionnaire please visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12804058. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, you may request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case‑by‑case basis. Positions with known promotion potential do not guarantee promotion. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u) and 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess unique talents and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. Please upload your resume under the "Resume" document type. Any other relevant supporting documents should be uploaded under their appropriate document types as mentioned above. Only resumes up to two pages will be accepted. Do not submit PDF portfolios.
CBP Background CBP is responsible for securing America’s borders. We enforce immigration laws, screen travelers, seize narcotics and illegal goods, and prevent unauthorized entry. The mission is to protect the nation and maintain the integrity of our borders. For more about CBP’s mission, core values, and careers, visit https://www.cbp.gov/about.
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Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function and Industries Other, Information Technology, and Management Government Administration
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