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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Glen Ellyn, D
4 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer to protect American interests and secure the nation. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement in law enforcement.

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 of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit of 40 years or younger at referral (with exceptions for veterans)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, and vision coverageSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including a Thrift Savings PlanRecruitment incentives of 10–25% of salary for eligible locations