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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Orland Park, JM
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and be part of a dedicated team protecting America's borders. This role offers excellent pay, benefits, and the opportunity to serve your country while ensuring the security of the nation.

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 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Experience in detaining suspected violators and arresting them
  • Knowledge of laws and regulations related to importing and exporting
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university
  • Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanEligibility for up to $45,000 in overtime payLocation recruitment incentives (15%-25% of salary)