Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. Discover a challenging and rewarding career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders. CBP employees protect our Nation's borders from terrorism, human and drug smuggling, illegal migration, and agricultural pests while simultaneously facilitating the flow of legitimate travel and trade. The CBP Officer position starts at a salary of $32,318 (GS-5 grade level), with promotion potential to $71,012 (GS-12 grade level). Apply to this exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's and our partners' ability to perform their homeland security functions by doing the following: Detect and prevent terrorist and terrorist weapons from entering the United States Enforce customs, immigration and agricultural laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry Prevent the illegal trafficking of people, narcotics and contraband into the United States The video: Securing America's Ports of Entry emphasizes the importance of CBP Field Operations' frontline role in helping CBP accomplish its mission. For more information on CBP's mission, activities, and careers, please visit our website at CBP.gov This is a polygraph designated position. You must take and pass a polygraph examination to be eligible for the position. Due to mission critical needs, the agency is offering a Recruitment Incentive for the following locations; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ, Calexico, CA, Coburn Gore and Jackman, ME, Pembina and Portal, ND, and Presidio, TX. The Recruitment Incentive pays 25% (except Pembina pays 10%) of an employee's base pay (including locality) per year for three (3) years. A service agreement is required prior to entering on duty. This incentive applies to new federal employees only and is dependent upon the availability of funds.
d. A combination of successfully completed graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, corrections and rehabilitation, justice studies, homeland security, forensic technology and forensic psychology) at an accredited or pre-accredited college or university and specialized work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
c. A combination of successfully completed graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, corrections and rehabilitation, justice studies, homeland security, forensic technology and forensic psychology) at an accredited or pre-accredited college or university and specialized work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.
If basing qualifications on education, then a bachelor's degree or graduate's degree or higher must be attained within 9-months of the closing date of the announcement.
Current Federal Employees: Current federal employees who apply to this announcement will be required to serve a probationary period in accordance with 5 CFR 315 and may be required to accept a change to lower grade, which may reduce their salary based on Federal pay regulations. Note: If you are a current GS-12 step 1, your salary may be reduced to a GS-5 step 10, which equates to an approximate $29,000 salary reduction (based on locality). Re-promotion is not guaranteed. Timeframes and grade level re-promotion is at the discretion of the agency and will be subject to a probationary period.
Probationary Period: You must serve a one-year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment.
Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
BENEFITS DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Employee Benefits."
A previous cleared polygraph examination administered by another federal agency may potentially be used in lieu of a CBP polygraph examination, and will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Age Requirement: You must be referred for consideration before reaching your 37th birthday in accordance with Public Law 110-161. The age restriction does not apply if you are a veterans' preference eligible. If you are serving or have served in a federal civilian law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) you may have sufficient service to meet the requirement. There are no other exceptions to Public Law 110-161.
Exceptions may be granted to applicants if they can provide complete state-side coverage information required to make a suitability/security determination.
Drug Testing: You must complete a drug test as a condition of employment for this position. Once employed, CBP Officers are subject to random and unannounced drug testing.
Physical Fitness Screening: You may be required to successfully pass a physical fitness test. Please see: the Pre-Employment Fitness Test-1 Physical Readiness Program for additional information. This is a 6-week program designed to assist you in achieving a level of physical fitness that will help you successfully pass the CBP fitness tests.
Interview Process: You will be required to pass a face-to-face structured interview (SI) and may be required to take and pass a video-based test (VBT).