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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Hanover Park, JM
3 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 a dedicated team ensuring the safety and security of American borders. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, extensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Enforcing laws relating to importing, exporting, and international shipping
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • 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 and dental insuranceGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 15%-25%