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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Gaithersburg, SI
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 ensuring the safety of trade and travel. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on national security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitate legitimate trade and travel
  • Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determine admissibility of individuals for entry
  • Prevent illegal entry of individuals and contraband

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-8
  • Experience in law enforcement methods
  • Knowledge of laws and regulations related to importing and exporting
  • Skills in intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Ability to conduct interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher 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 location-based salary incentives