Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Lilburn, 5
2 days 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. This role offers great pay, benefits, and the chance to be part of a dedicated law enforcement team safeguarding our borders.
Key Responsibilities
Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level
Detaining suspected violators of laws
Enforcing laws and regulations related to importing and exporting
Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
U.S. Citizenship
Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
Age restriction - must be referred before 40th birthday
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution
Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
Spanish training for certain locations
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential for up to $45,000 in overtime payLocation-based recruitment incentives