International Trade Analyst

Organizational Location

Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Trade, Trade Policy & Programs. Positions are available in Washington, DC; Miami, FL; New York, NY; and Ashburn, VA.

Salary

This position starts at $74,678 (GS‑11, Step 1) and can increase to $116,362 (GS‑12, Step 10) with promotion potential to $138,370 (GS‑13, Step 10). Salary is based on the rest‑of‑U.S. scale and will be adjusted for locality pay or cost‑of‑living expenses of the duty location.

Major Duties

• Analyze results of trade trends and enforcement operations for risk and program effectiveness, demonstrating initiative and effective time management.
• Participate in collaborative efforts with others to facilitate project completion.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and evaluate enforcement of trade laws and areas of risk.
• Write operational policy for regulatory implementation of trade laws.
• Recommend corrective actions and provide possible solutions based on level of risk.
• Perform issue‑focused analysis for senior leadership and in response to department or congressional inquiries by preparing letters, memoranda, and reports.
• Represent CBP/OT in a variety of settings and meetings.
• Administer, develop, and maintain effective working relationships with high‑level officials, agency representatives, state, local, and federal partners.
• Meet with key customers and coordinating officials to assess satisfaction, explain policy and procedures, and resolve problems.
• Identify issues and develop short‑ and long‑term commercial trade intervention strategies to determine if enforcement actions are needed or if new or enhanced policy should be established.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• All pre‑employment processes will be conducted in English.
• Pass a background investigation.
• Subject to the DHS Drug‑Free Workplace Plan for drug testing.
• Adherence to federal ethics standards, including approval for outside employment or business activities.
• Verification of employment eligibility through DHS E‑Verify.

Qualifications

Experience – GS‑12 level (1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade):

• Assist in identifying issues and developing short‑ and long‑term commercial trade intervention strategies.
• Recommend solutions utilizing data analytics to identify risk areas within various programs.
• Analyze trade trends and enforcement operations for risk and program effectiveness.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and evaluate enforcement of trade laws and risk areas.
• Research and recommend appropriate actions or interpretations that impact the organization, component, or agency.

Experience – GS‑11 level (1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade):

• Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring projects to facilitate completion.
• Complete issue‑focused analysis for senior leadership.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives related to international trade.
• Research and determine or recommend appropriate actions that impact an agency.
• Assist senior analysts in providing trade advice and guidance to customers and other government agencies to ensure enforcement of trade laws.

Education Substitution for GS‑11

A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education in a qualifying field, or an LL.M. may be substituted for the required experience at the GS‑11 level. The education must be obtained from an accredited institution (54 semester hours or 81 quarter hours constitute three years of graduate study).

Residency Requirement

Applicants not currently employed by CBP must have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years. A waiver may be granted if the applicant meets one or more of the following conditions:

• Worked for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or member of the military.
• Was a dependent accompanying a federal civilian or military member working for the U.S. Government.
• Participated in a study‑abroad program sponsored by a U.S.‑affiliated college or university.
• Worked as a contractor, intern, consultant, or volunteer supporting the U.S. Government.

Background Investigation

All applicants must undergo a thorough background investigation. The investigation will inquire about felony convictions or charges, illegal drug use (including marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and non‑prescribed controlled substances.

Probationary Period

All new federal employees must serve a one‑year probationary period during the first year of their initial permanent appointment. Current and former federal employees may also be required to serve a probationary period.

Bargaining Unit

This position is covered by a bargaining unit represented by the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU).