Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $40,332.00 - $109,952.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Thrift Savings Plan
overtime pay
Location recruitment incentives
Job Description
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security. CBP is responsible for safeguarding America's borders and ensuring the safety and security of the nation by enforcing laws related to customs, immigration, and agriculture. With a workforce of over 60,000 professionals, CBP is dedicated to protecting American interests by preventing illegal entry of individuals and goods while facilitating lawful trade and travel. CBP officers perform critical duties that include inspections, enforcement of regulations, and interdiction to deter illicit activities such as drug smuggling and human trafficking. The agency emphasizes camaraderie, pride,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- must have had primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
- must meet age restrictions applicable to federal law enforcement retirement provisions
- must complete a paid pre-academy orientation and a 101-day training program at FLETC
- candidates assigned to certain locations must pass an online Spanish training program
- must be eligible for federal employment
- veterans may qualify for exceptions to age restrictions
Job Qualifications
- A minimum of three years full-time general work experience demonstrating ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts
- or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- or a combination of college education and general work experience
- for GS-7 level, one year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level including inspections, evaluations, and enforcement actions
- or a bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement or one full year of graduate-level education
- combination of specialized work experience and graduate education
- previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience may qualify for GS-9
Job Duties
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
- facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel
- conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
- determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
- preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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