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CBP Officer
General Public (GS-5)
Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide
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CBP Officer (GS-5)
Critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBP Officers currently include the following locations: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, and San Luis, Ariz.; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, and San Ysidro, Calif.; Detroit, Mich.; International Falls, Minn.; Raymond and Sweetgrass, Mont.; Alexandria Bay, N.Y.; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, N.D.; Brownsville, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, and Ysleta, Texas; Beecher Falls, Norton, and Richford, Vt.; Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted, Virgin Islands; and Oroville, Wash.
Overview
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are responsible for America's border security at ports of entry, safeguarding our country and communities from terrorism, illegal activity, narcotics and human trafficking.
Typical Assignments
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law 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; and
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
Basic Eligibility
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a valid driver's license
- Be referred for selection prior to your 40th birthday (waiver for veterans’ preference eligible or those that have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement position)
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Be eligible to carry a firearm
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
CBP Officer
General Public (GS-7)
Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide
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CBP Officer (GS-7)
Critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBP Officers currently include the following locations: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, and San Luis, Ariz.; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, and San Ysidro, Calif.; Detroit, Mich.; International Falls, Minn.; Raymond and Sweetgrass, Mont.; Alexandria Bay, N.Y.; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, N.D.; Brownsville, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, and Ysleta, Texas; Beecher Falls, Norton, and Richford, Vt.; Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted, Virgin Islands; and Oroville, Wash.
Overview
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are responsible for America's border security at ports of entry, safeguarding our country and communities from terrorism, illegal activity, narcotics and human trafficking.
Typical Assignments
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law 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; and
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
Basic Eligibility
Eligible applicants must:
- Have one year of full-time work experience that includes inspection work at borders or ports of entry, or preliminary screening of persons for entry and immigration status, or compliance/regulatory work; or a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement or one full year of graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (or will receive within 9 months from closing date of job announcement); or a combination of work experience and graduate level education completed in a field of study related to law enforcement
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a valid driver's license
- Be referred for selection prior to your 40th birthday (waiver for veterans’ preference eligible or those that have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement position)
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Be eligible to carry a firearm
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
CBP Officer
General Public (GS-9)
Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide
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CBP Officer (GS-9)
Critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBP Officers currently include the following locations: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, and San Luis, Ariz.; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, and San Ysidro, Calif.; Detroit, Mich.; International Falls, Minn.; Raymond and Sweetgrass, Mont.; Alexandria Bay, N.Y.; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, N.D.; Brownsville, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, and Ysleta, Texas; Beecher Falls, Norton, and Richford, Vt.; Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted, Virgin Islands; and Oroville, Wash.
Overview
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are responsible for America's border security at ports of entry, safeguarding our country and communities from terrorism, illegal activity, narcotics and human trafficking.
Typical Assignments
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law 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; and
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
Basic Eligibility
- Have one year of full-time work experience that that demonstrates the ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions with respect to the application of the regulations, instructions, and procedures for importing and exporting merchandise, or enforcement and administration of laws relating to the right of persons to enter, reside in, or depart the U.S; or two full years of graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (or will receive within 9 months from closing date of job announcement); or a combination of work experience and graduate level education completed in a field of study related to law enforcement
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a valid driver's license
- Be referred for selection prior to your 40th birthday (waiver for veterans’ preference eligible or those that have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement position)
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Be eligible to carry a firearm
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
CBP Officer
Eligible Veterans (VRA GS 5-7)
Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide
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CBP Officer (VRA GS 5-7)
Critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBP Officers currently include the following locations: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, and San Luis, Ariz.; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, and San Ysidro, Calif.; Detroit, Mich.; International Falls, Minn.; Raymond and Sweetgrass, Mont.; Alexandria Bay, N.Y.; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, N.D.; Brownsville, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, and Ysleta, Texas; Beecher Falls, Norton, and Richford, Vt.; Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted, Virgin Islands; and Oroville, Wash.
Overview
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are responsible for America's border security at ports of entry, safeguarding our country and communities from terrorism, illegal activity, narcotics and human trafficking.
Typical Assignments
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law 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; and
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
Basic Eligibility
- Be a veteran or currently serving and meet the following requirements: Served during a war or are in receipt of a campaign badge for service in a campaign or expedition; or are a disabled veteran; or are in receipt of an Armed Forces Service Medal; or are a recently separated veteran (within 3 years of discharge), and separated under honorable conditions
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a valid driver's license
- Be referred for selection prior to your 40th birthday (waiver for veterans’ preference eligible or those that have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement position)
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Be eligible to carry a firearm
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
CBP Officer
Eligible Veterans (VRA GS-9)
Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide
See Job Details >
CBP Officer (VRA GS-9)
Critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBP Officers currently include the following locations: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, and San Luis, Ariz.; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, and San Ysidro, Calif.; Detroit, Mich.; International Falls, Minn.; Raymond and Sweetgrass, Mont.; Alexandria Bay, N.Y.; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, N.D.; Brownsville, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, and Ysleta, Texas; Beecher Falls, Norton, and Richford, Vt.; Charlotte Amalie and Christiansted, Virgin Islands; and Oroville, Wash.
Overview
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are responsible for America's border security at ports of entry, safeguarding our country and communities from terrorism, illegal activity, narcotics and human trafficking.
Typical Assignments
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law 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; and
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
Basic Eligibility
- Be a veteran or currently serving and meet the following requirements: Served during a war or are in receipt of a campaign badge for service in a campaign or expedition; or are a disabled veteran; or are in receipt of an Armed Forces Service Medal; or are a recently separated veteran (within 3 years of discharge), and separated under honorable conditions
- Have previous or current law enforcement education and/or experience
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a valid driver's license
- Be referred for selection prior to your 40th birthday (waiver for veterans’ preference eligible or those that have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement position)
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Be eligible to carry a firearm
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
CBP Agriculture Specialist
(GS 5-9)
Prevent the introduction of harmful exotic plant pests and foreign animal diseases, and potential ag/bio-terrorism into the U.S.
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CBP Agriculture Specialist (GS 5-9)
Overview
CBP Agriculture Specialists safeguard American agriculture by preventing the introduction of harmful exotic plant pests and foreign animal diseases, and potential agricultural bioterrorism into the United States.
Typical Assignments
- Serve as a consultant in the areas of inspection, analysis, intelligence gathering, examination, and law enforcement activities regarding the importation of agricultural/commercial commodities and conveyances at ports of entry;
- Apply laws and regulations when determining the admissibility of agriculture commodities while preventing the introduction of harmful pests, diseases, and potential agro-terrorism into the United States;
- Participate in special enforcement, targeting or analysis teams charged with collecting and analyzing information and identifying high-risk targets; and
- Plan and conduct remedial actions such as treating, disinfecting, and decontaminating prohibited commodities, conveyances, contaminants or agricultural materials.
Basic Eligibility
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Possess a bachelor’s degree that included a major field of study in agriculture, biological sciences, chemistry, natural resource management or another related discipline or completed 24 semester credits in agriculture, biological sciences, chemistry, natural resource management or a related discipline plus have appropriate work experience
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
Import Specialist
(GS 7-9)
Determine admissibility of merchandise, screen entry document packages for full range of regulatory and legal requirements, and verify tariff classification and appraise imported articles and products
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Import Specialist (GS 7-9)
Overview
Import Specialists interact with international shippers and freight forwarders, domestic and foreign manufacturers, ship captains, corporate lawyers, small business owners and law enforcement personnel.
Typical Assignments
- Determining admissibility of merchandise and other import-related decisions on a national scope and on an account basis;
- Conducting in-depth analysis of the nationwide importations, exportations, and transportation of commercial goods by industry;
- Serving as an industry-focused resource for the private sector and broader trade community;
- Exercising the authority to initiate enforcement actions, appraise seized merchandise, issue penalties/fines and issue bills for additional duties, taxes and fees to protect revenue;
- Collaborating with other CBP disciplines at 300 ports of entry in the land, sea, and airport environment; and
- Maintaining discipline and industry expertise by continually updating trade knowledge, both in your Center industry and in changing U.S. import/export laws and regulations.
Basic Eligibility
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Possess a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area, such as economics, business or accounting; three years of general work experience which exhibits your ability to meet and deal with people and to apply a set of facts; or a combination of education and experience
- Be able to work well in independent situations and as part of a team
- Work well in a virtual environment where your teammates may not be physically co-located
- Pass a background investigation and drug test
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Up to $45K in locality, after-hours differential, overtime and premium
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
CBP Technician
(GS 6-7)
Assist and provide support to CBP Officers and Agriculture Specialists on inspection, intelligence, analysis and examination of passengers, baggage conveyances and cargo
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CBP Technician (GS 6-7)
Overview
CBP Technicians perform technical duties requiring application of specialized knowledge of procedures, techniques, regulations and information.
- Preparing complex broker/importer cases for decision by specialists; and reviewing declarations and cargo manifests for completeness and compliance with applicable regulations
- Examining cargo and merchandise; applying appropriate tariff number, value, and rate of duty and tax to merchandise; comparing passenger baggage to declarations
- Coordinating and processing of data (permits, entries, declarations) into various automated systems
- Assisting and providing support to CBP Officers and Agricultural Specialists on inspection, intelligence, analysis and examination of passengers, baggage conveyances and cargo
- Operating scanning equipment to review contents of packages; screening incoming parcels for completeness of declarations, admissibility, entry status, and contraband
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- Have a valid driver's license
- Have resided in the U.S. for at least three of the last five years (Residency Requirement Exceptions)
- Be willing to travel
- Pass the application process
Competitive Salary
Salary corresponds to grade or General Schedule (GS) level quoted on USAJOBS
Job-Related Training
Plus diversity in work experience and opportunities for paid training
Paid Time Off
Eleven federal holidays, in addition to annual and sick leave
Health Insurance
Widest selection of consumer-driven and high deductible health plans in the country
