Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Des Plaines, TA
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 protect America's borders and enhance national security. Be part of an elite team with great pay, benefits, and job stability while making a significant impact on the nation's economic prosperity.
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
Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
Experience in detaining suspected violators of laws
Experience in enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
Ability to utilize intelligence techniques to identify threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher
Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location incentives of up to 25% of salary for specific locationsEligibility for up to $45,000 in overtime pay