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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

La Grange, IL
2 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll be part of an elite team dedicated to safeguarding America's borders and ensuring security. This rewarding career offers great pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a vital law enforcement role.

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 the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • Three years of full-time general work experience
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Specialized experience in inspections, law enforcement, and regulatory compliance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience
  • Superior Academic Achievement (3.0+ GPA or honor society membership)

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefitsHealth, dental, vision, sick and annual leaveRetirement plans including a Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 10–25% of salary for eligible locations