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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Harlingen, TX
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 protect America by enforcing laws and ensuring safe trade and travel. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, robust benefits, and exceptional job stability.

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 full-time general work experience OR
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university OR
  • Combination of general work experience and college education
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit - must be referred before turning 40

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, and visionSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 10-25% salary for eligible locations