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United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

El Paso, TX
1 day ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding America’s borders and enhancing national economic prosperity. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within the federal law enforcement community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling

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 (exceptions apply)
  • Experience or education for GS-5 or GS-7 level

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 10–25% of salary for eligible locations