see also: in January 2007 News Releases:   Membership of Trade/Customs Advisory Committee Announced   CBP Border Patrol Launches Massive Search to Preserve Life   CBP Officers Make 22 Drug Busts at Calexico Ports During Busy Week   3,010 Pounds of Marijuana Seized at Nogales Port of Entry   CBP Border Patrol Makes a Record Drug Bust   Registration Underway for Third CBP Conference on ACE   CBP Officers Nab Mother/Daughter Cocaine Smugglers; Juveniles With Marijuana Loads Also Nabbed This Week ...more on cbp.gov:   CBP News Releases   Press Officers   CBP Officer - Now Hiring! on the web:   USAJobs

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The job of a CBP Officer is demanding but the rewards for protecting the nation from dangerous people and contraband are exceptional. Few other law enforcement agencies offer front-line opportunities to defend against terrorist intrusion, as well as criminal activities such as drug smuggling, money laundering, undocumented entry of individuals, weapons trafficking, smuggling of prohibited goods and a host of customs violations.

The primary responsibilities of a CBP Officer are to protect the nation’s ports of entry by detecting and preventing terrorist and weapons of mass destruction from entering the U.S. while facilitating the orderly flow of legitimate trade and travelers.

CBP Officers are required to enforce laws related to revenue and trade, seizure of contraband, interdiction of agricultural pests and diseases and admissibility of persons.

CBP Officers perform the full range of inspection, passenger and cargo analysis, examination and law enforcement activities relating to the arrival and departure of persons, merchandise and conveyances such as cars, trucks, aircraft and ships at the ports of entry.

These are full-time, uniformed positions starting at the GS-5 to GS-7 level that pay approximately $30,030 - $37,198 annually with the opportunity of making up to an additional $35,000 in overtime. The position requires regular qualification and carrying of firearms. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have at least 3 years of general experience that demonstrate the ability to meet and work with people. Positions are contingent upon a background investigation and are subject to random drug testing. The employment opportunity includes a generous benefits package and 15 weeks of paid training.

Applicants are encouraged to attend Job Fair events, in their areas, to learn further information and qualifications for consideration. Applicants will be able to apply on-line starting January 12, 2007 until February 5, 2007, the website may be accessed 24 hrs. Applications must be filed on-line USAJobs. ( USAJobs ) . Information about the opportunity is available on CBP website. ( CBP Officer - Now Hiring! ) Please apply early; the vacancy announcement will close February 12, 2007.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security responsible for the management, control, and protection of our Nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws.