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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Franklin Square, NY
1 day 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 protecting America's borders and ensuring national security. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity for overtime pay, all while serving the public and enhancing economic prosperity.

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 the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply)
  • Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • Combination of specialized experience and successfully completed graduate-level education

Benefits & Perks

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