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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Kinnelon, NJ
4 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer to protect American interests and secure our nation. This role offers a rewarding career in law enforcement with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

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
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age limit (must be referred before turning 40)
  • General work experience or bachelor's degree for GS-5
  • Specialized experience or education for GS-7

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 10-25% salary for eligible locations