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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Guaynabo, PR
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join the elite team at U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding the nation and preventing illegal activities. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact.

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
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday
  • Specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-8
  • Master's degree or higher may substitute experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in law enforcement
  • Graduate-level education
  • Bilingual (Spanish) may be required for certain locations

Benefits & Perks

Health and dental insuranceGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential for overtime pay up to $45,000Location incentives of 10%-25% for certain duty locations