Customs And Border Protection Officer

Join as a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) and play a critical role in safeguarding national security and enforcing U.S. laws at our borders. This position requires vigilance, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Detain and arrest individuals suspected of violating federal, state, or local laws.
• Enforce import, export, and international shipping laws and regulations.
• Employ intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats and assess risks.
• Conduct law enforcement interviews to gather information from suspected violators.
• Apply regulations and procedures accurately regarding international trade and immigration laws for entry, residency, or departure from the U.S. and its territories.
• *Qualifications:**
• **Experience (GS-9 Equivalent):** A minimum of one year of specialized experience (GS-8 equivalent or higher) performing duties such as: detaining/arresting law violators, enforcing import/export laws, utilizing intelligence/behavior analysis for threat identification, and conducting law enforcement interviews.
• **Education Substitution:** A Master's or higher degree; or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate education; or an LL.B. or J.D. degree from an accredited university.
• **Combination:** An equivalent combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education.
• **National Service/Volunteer Experience:** All qualifying paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, will be considered.
• **Background Check:** Ability to successfully pass a Tier 5 National Security investigation for placement and retention.
• **Uniform & Grooming:** Willingness to wear an approved uniform and adhere to established grooming standards while on duty.