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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Portland, ME
2 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you will serve in a vital role protecting our nation's borders and ensuring the safety of American citizens. This position offers a rewarding career with excellent pay, benefits, and job stability.

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

  • Three years of full-time general work experience or a bachelor's degree
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit (referred before turning 40)

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience in inspections, law enforcement, and regulatory compliance
  • Bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement or one year of graduate-level education
  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including a Thrift Savings PlanRecruitment incentives for eligible locations