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United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Teaneck, NJ
3 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you will be part of a dedicated team safeguarding America’s borders and interests. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and significant job stability while making an impactful contribution to national security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitate legitimate trade and travel
  • Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determine admissibility for entry into the U.S.
  • Prevent 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 (with exceptions for veterans)
  • Three years of full-time general work experience or a bachelor's degree for GS-5
  • One year of specialized experience or a relevant bachelor's degree for GS-7

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% for eligible locations