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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Saint Augustine, FL
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer to protect American interests and secure the nation. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, benefits, and the opportunity for overtime. You will work with a dedicated team to enforce laws and ensure the safe flow of trade and travel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility of individuals into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-8
  • Detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Enforcing laws related to international shipping
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify threats
  • Conducting law enforcement interviews

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • LL.B. or J.D. from accredited institution
  • Combination of experience and education

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location incentives up to 25%