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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Chamblee, 5
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. Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a difference in national security.

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 into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling activities

Required Qualifications

  • 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Experience in detaining suspected violators
  • Experience in enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
  • Utilization of intelligence techniques for identifying threats
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher 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 PlanEligibility for up to $45,000 in overtime payLocation-based salary incentives