Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Jersey City, NJ
2 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443
Job Description
Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as an experienced officer and protect America's borders while enjoying great pay, benefits, and job stability. Be part of a dedicated team ensuring national security and economic prosperity.
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 the next lower grade level
Experience in detaining suspected violators of laws
Experience in enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify potential threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher
LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university
Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 15%-25% of salary