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Customs and Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Suffolk, VA
4 days ago
$40,332 - $109,952

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and be part of a dedicated team protecting America. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for career advancement within federal law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitate legitimate trade and travel
  • Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determine admissibility of individuals into the U.S.
  • Prevent illegal entry of individuals and contraband

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 PlanPotential for up to $45,000 in overtime pay annuallyRecruitment incentives of 10-25% for eligible locations