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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Teaneck, NJ
3 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer. Protect American interests, enforce laws, and enhance economic prosperity while enjoying competitive pay, benefits, and job stability.

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 United States
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques for threat identification
  • Conducting law enforcement interviews

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • LL.B. or J.D. 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 PlanUp to $45,000 in overtime payLocation-based recruitment incentives (15%-25%)