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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Palatine, IL
3 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and become part of a dedicated team focused on safeguarding America's borders. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement in the Federal Law Enforcement profession.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
  • Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
  • Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • Three years of full-time general work experience
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level including inspections, law enforcement, and regulatory compliance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Superior Academic Achievement (3.0+ GPA or honor society membership)
  • One year of graduate-level education
  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Health insuranceDental and vision coverageSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including a Thrift Savings PlanRecruitment incentives of 10–25% of salary for eligible locations