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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Bethel, AK
3 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding America's borders and enhancing national security. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of law enforcement professionals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
  • Facilitate legitimate trade and travel
  • Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
  • Prevent illegal entry of individuals 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 and regulations related to importing and exporting
  • Ability to utilize intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Experience conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • 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 for recruitment incentives up to 25%