Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Alsip, D
4 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443
Job Description
Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll protect American interests and secure the nation. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, benefits, and job stability while working alongside an elite team dedicated to law enforcement.
Key Responsibilities
Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
Facilitate the flow of legitimate trade and travel
Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband
Required Qualifications
Minimum one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
Experience in detaining suspected violators of laws
Experience in enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
Experience in utilizing intelligence techniques for threat identification
Experience in conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
Benefits & Perks
Health and dental insuranceGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location recruitment incentives (15%-25%)