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United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Sacramento, CA
1 day ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll protect America by safeguarding borders and deterring illicit activity. Enjoy a career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for advancement within a prestigious federal agency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • 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 illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit: must be referred before turning 40
  • Three years of general work experience or a bachelor's degree for GS-5
  • One year of specialized experience or a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement for GS-7

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanPotential overtime pay up to $45,000 annuallyRecruitment incentives for eligible locations