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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Schererville, LA
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 protect American interests and secure our nation. Enjoy a rewarding law enforcement career with competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team.

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 of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-8
  • Detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Enforcing laws and regulations relating to imports/exports
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveThrift Savings Plan participationOvertime pay up to $45,000Location-based salary incentives