U

Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Santa Fe, TX
4 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll protect American interests and secure borders. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within a dedicated team of law enforcement professionals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
  • Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
  • Preventing illegal entry of individuals and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit: Must be referred before turning 40
  • Experience or education as specified for GS-5 or GS-7

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, visionSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanRecruitment incentives of 10-25% of salary for eligible locations