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United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
1 day ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll safeguard American interests and enhance national security. This rewarding career offers great pay, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of law enforcement professionals.

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 the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit: must be referred before turning 40 (some exceptions apply)
  • Experience or education as specified for GS-5 or GS-7

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 10-25% for eligible locations