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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Bridgeview, IL
3 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and play a crucial role in safeguarding American borders and interests. Enjoy great pay, extensive benefits, and a rewarding career in 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 of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must have lived in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Must be referred before turning 40
  • Experience or education as per GS-5 and GS-7 requirements

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% for eligible locations