Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Watertown, KS
2 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443
Job Description
Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll protect America's borders and facilitate legitimate trade. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, extensive benefits, and job stability in a vital role within the Department of Homeland 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 of contraband
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws
Enforcing laws and regulations relating to importing and exporting
Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher
Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location-based salary incentives