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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Glen Ellyn, M
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as an experienced Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you will safeguard American interests and enhance national security. Be part of a dedicated law enforcement team with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

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 of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Enforcing laws regarding importing and exporting
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • J.D. from an accredited institution
  • 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 overtime pay up to $45,000Location recruitment incentives