Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Gaithersburg, BS
3 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443
Job Description
Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as an experienced Customs and Border Protection Officer where you'll play a key role in safeguarding America's borders. This position offers competitive pay, extensive benefits, and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated federal workforce committed to protecting national interests.
Key Responsibilities
Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
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
Minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
Detaining suspected violators of laws
Enforcing laws related to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping
Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify potential threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
U.S. Citizenship
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
Age restriction: must be referred before 40th birthday
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher
Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
Spanish language proficiency (for certain locations)
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanOvertime pay up to $45,000Location recruitment incentives (15%-25% additional salary)