Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Country Club Hills, M
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's borders and enhancing national security. This full-time position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and the chance to be part of a dedicated law enforcement team.
Key Responsibilities
Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
Determining admissibility of individuals 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 laws
Enforcing laws related to imports and exports
Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
U.S. Citizen
Primary U.S. residency for three of the last five years
Must be referred before 40th birthday
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 PlanOvertime pay eligibilityLocation recruitment incentives