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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Galena Park, TX
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll play a vital role in safeguarding America's borders and enhancing economic prosperity. As part of a dedicated team, you'll enforce laws, conduct inspections, and work to deter illicit activities in a rewarding law enforcement career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday
  • Minimum one year of specialized experience
  • Ability to detain and arrest violators
  • Experience enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
  • Conducting law enforcement interviews

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • Experience utilizing intelligence techniques
  • Spanish language skills (for certain locations)

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential for overtime payLocation-based recruitment incentives