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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Highland Park, TX
2 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

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 America's borders and enhancing national security. This rewarding career offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with a dedicated team of law enforcement professionals.

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 U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Knowledge of law enforcement methods
  • Experience in enforcing laws and regulations related to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping
  • Ability to utilize intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • Graduate-level education combined with specialized experience

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location incentives of 15%-25% of salary