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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Pocatello, KB
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding America by enforcing laws and facilitating trade. Be part of a dedicated team committed to protecting the nation's interests while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators and arresting using proper methods
  • Enforcing laws and regulations related to international shipping
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques for threat identification
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanOvertime pay eligibilityLocation incentives for specific duty locations