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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Richford, VT
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 play a vital role in safeguarding our nation's borders and enhancing economic prosperity. This rewarding career offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement within federal 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 admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • Three years of general work experience
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Specialized experience in inspections or law enforcement (for GS-7)

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives for eligible locations