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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Chicago, M
2 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and protect American interests while benefiting from great pay, comprehensive benefits, and career stability. You will work as part of a dedicated team to enforce laws, facilitate trade, and enhance national security.

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 admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Must be referred before turning 40 (some exceptions apply)
  • Experience or education qualifications 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 PlanEligibility for recruitment incentives (10–25% of salary)