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United States Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Tarrytown, NY
2 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and protect America's borders while enjoying a rewarding career with competitive pay and benefits. Be part of a dedicated team ensuring national security and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

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 U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods

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)
  • Three years of general work experience or a bachelor's degree for GS-5
  • One year of specialized experience or a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement for GS-7

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, and vision insuranceSick and annual leaveRetirement plans including Thrift Savings PlanEligibility for up to $45,000 in overtime payRecruitment incentives for eligible locations