Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Somerset, NJ
11 hours ago
$61,111 - $124,443
Job Description
Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll safeguard our nation's borders and enhance economic prosperity. As part of a dedicated law enforcement team, you'll play a crucial role in protecting American interests while enjoying competitive pay and robust benefits.
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
Preventing illegal entry and smuggling
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level
Detaining suspected violators of laws
Enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
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 leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location recruitment incentives up to 25%