Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Alpharetta, 7
2 days 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 an elite team dedicated to protecting American interests. This role offers a rewarding career with competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth while safeguarding our nation's borders.
Key Responsibilities
Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
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 of individuals and smuggling of contraband
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
Detaining suspected violators and enforcing laws and regulations
Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply)
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 PlanLocation-based recruitment incentives