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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

New Milford, NJ
3 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 our nation. This role offers a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement within federal law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

  • Three years of full-time general work experience OR
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college OR
  • Combination of general work experience and college education
  • Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Residency: Must have lived in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age Limit: Must be referred before turning 40

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience in inspections, law enforcement, and regulatory compliance
  • Bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement (3.0+ GPA)
  • Graduate-level education

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings Plan