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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Hayward, CA
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, protecting America's borders and interests. You'll be part of a dedicated team ensuring safety and enhancing economic prosperity, all while enjoying great pay and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitate legitimate trade and travel
  • Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determine admissibility of individuals entering the U.S.
  • Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Ability to detain and arrest violators
  • Experience in enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
  • Utilization of intelligence techniques to identify threats
  • Conducting law enforcement interviews

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 leaveThrift Savings Plan participationPotential location recruitment incentives