Marine Interdiction Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection · Weslaco, TX · 1 wk ago

Information Technology$77k–$142k/yrFull-time

About the role

AMO is actively seeking applicants to fill full-time security-based positions with the nation’s largest law enforcement organization charged with maintaining the security of our national borders while facilitating lawful international travel and trade.

Responsibilities

Maintaining control and command of law enforcement scenes including conducting searches, making arrests, processing arrests and seizure of evidence and property.
Conducting investigative inquiries using various techniques, examining files and records, physical and documentary evidence to identify logical conclusions.
Utilizing cameras and other electronic high-tech surveillance equipment to gather evidence, collect, evaluate, and preserve physical and documentary evidence.
Writing comprehensive arrest, criminal and incident reports.
Aiding government or state attorneys in preparation for court cases or grand juries, testifying as a law enforcement officer in court proceedings, and administrative forums.
Applying arrest authorities and constitutional law in various alleged criminal situations, or knowledge and experience of CBP laws, regulations, policies, legal precedent.

Requirements

One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: independently applying advanced skill in controlling/commanding law enforcement scenes to include conducting searches, making arrests, processing arrests and seizure of evidence and property.
Three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D., or LL.M., or a combination of successfully completed post-bachelors’ education and experience.
A Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with a qualifying capacity.
U.S. Citizenship and primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
Age requirement: Must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday.

Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or LL.M.
Combining Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed post-bachelors’ education and experience.
An Accepted MMLD Application: Proof an accepted MMLD application for a MMC with a qualifying capacity, and a credential status that is in a positive standing.
Creditable law enforcement officer service - Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008.

Benefits

This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12 and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52-weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval) and any additional training, licensing, and certification requirements.

You may be eligible for a variety of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Pay

Salary and Benefits begin at $105,931 for the GS-11 grade level and can increase based on location and experience. Recruitment Incentive: New hires that are eligible may receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC).

Schedule

Duty locations will be offered after successful completion of the pre-employment process. The duty location listed in the final offer letter may include any geographic location within the Southwest Region, Southeast Region or Caribbean Air and Marine Branch. Note: Your opportunity for final selection is increased based on your flexibility to Enter on Duty at priority duty location.

Other Requirements

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Requirement: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.