Customs Officer jobs in Methuen, MA

Customs Officer inspects and searches cargo, baggage or articles worn by persons or carriers. Detects and seizes illegal and smuggled goods. Being a Customs Officer requires a high school diploma with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Must meet physical and personal requirements. Additionally, Customs Officer has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Border patrol agent
  • United States Customs and Border Protection
  • Hamilton, MA FULL_TIME
  • NATIONWIDE OPENINGS INCLUDING NORTHERN BORDER STATIONS APPLY TODAY!

    The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission protecting America.

    If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding job that also provides great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

    U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time security-based opportunities.

    EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES

    Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered a $10,000 recruitment incentive upon successful completion of training at the academy and an additional $10,000 recruitment incentive after three years of service.

    Additionally, new agents accepting one of the hard to fill locations will be eligible for an additional $10,000 recruitment incentive (see Duty Locations section, below).

    Salary and Benefits

    Salary for newly appointed GL-5, GL-7, and GL-9 grade-level Border Patrol Agents varies from $48,809 $87,838 depending upon grade-level, duty location, and work schedule, including overtime.

    A fully trained Border Patrol Agent may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.

    This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    As a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity.

    Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

    Typical activities include :

    • Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the land borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions.
    • Responding to electronic sensor alarms; interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence; using infrared scopes during night operations.
    • Responding to aircraft sighting and other anti-smuggling activities and performing farm and ranch checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
    • Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways and using a variety of Government assets for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

    These assets may include, but are not limited to motor vehicles, horses, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles.

    Occasional travel may be required based on operational needs.

    Duty Locations NATIONWIDE OPENINGS Apply Today

    $10K Recruitment Incentive for these hard to fill locations : Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer, and Hebbronville, TX;

    Lordsburg, NM; and Ajo, AZ. All incentive recipients will be required to sign a three-year service agreement.

    Duty assignments at time of offer are made based on operational needs and requirements and are determined by the U.S. Border Patrol.

    The duty location offered in your final offer letter may include any location within the region.

    Qualifications

    You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following :

    Experience : One year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations;

    to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and / or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR

    Education Substitution : A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited or college or university;

    OR will receive a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university within nine (9) months from the closing date of this announcement and will upload all official or unofficial transcripts before the closing date of this announcement; OR

    Combination of Experience and Education : A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education.

    This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

    You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following :

    Experience : One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to make sound judgments and decisions;

    to deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner; to analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as training others, managing finances, code enforcement, doing compliance work, corrections, security, military, emergency responders, etc.; OR

    Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level : A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.

    e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement.

    Or one full year of graduate level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university within nine (9) months from the closing date of this announcement; OR

    A Combination of Experience and Education : This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

    If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 grade level.

    Refer to How to Apply section below for links to the GL-9 Job Opening Announcements at USAJOBS.

    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 Restriction : 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.

    The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.

    S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

    Veterans’ Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

    Formal Training : After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, drivers training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses.

    Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the academy.

    How to Apply

    Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of Interest select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.

    You will then be provided with links to the Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS , the federal government’s official employment site, to complete your application.

    Be certain to review ALL details of the job opening announcement and follow all instructions in the application process.

    If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page : careers.cbp.

    gov / s / usbp , and check the CBP calendar at cbp.gov / cbp-events-calendar frequently for upcoming informational webinars, in-person recruiter events, and virtual career events.

    Interested in other career opportunities with CBP? Visit careers.cbp.gov

    Last updated : 2024-02-23

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Police officer
  • Northern Essex Community College
  • Haverhill, MA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description : POSITION : Full-Time Campus Police Officer I : Campus Police Officer I; Public Safety, Haverhill (100 Elliott Street) and Lawrence Campuses (45 Franklin Street), 40 hours / week; AFS...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Security Officer
  • Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.
  • Andover, MA FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Security Officer We help make your world a safer place. Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries a...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Security officer
  • Allied Universal
  • Ipswich, MA FULL_TIME
  • Allied Universal, North Americas leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplac...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Security officer
  • Securitas
  • Danvers, MA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description HELP MAKE YOUR WORLD A SAFER PLACE! Now hiring FULL Time Security Officers for one of our largest biotech clients in Danvers, MA. Our ideal candidate is former military, former law enf...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Security officer
  • Securitas AB
  • Gloucester, MA FULL_TIME
  • Find your perfect role Site Based Security Officer - Gloucester Location : GL10 3SX, Stroud Salary : 9 to 9 per hour Status : Open Job Description This position has a nice structure in the hours you w...
  • 20 Days Ago

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FT Live Chat Service Rep - Work From Home>
  • Costa Solutions
  • Methuen, MA
  • [Customer Service / Fully Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Competitive pay / Medical, dental & vision / 401k / PTO - As a Li...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Network Administrator
  • Core Education
  • Quincy, MA
  • About Core Education Core Education is a Public Benefit Corporation with a vision to transform the business model of hig...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Planning Analyst (entry level)
  • Corbus, LLC
  • Lynn, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Corbus, LLC is currently seeking a Logistics / Planning Analyst. This position supports ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Inventory Control Clerk
  • Globus Medical
  • Methuen, MA
  • About Us: At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Branch Support Specialist (Customer Service)
  • Apria, Inc.
  • Woburn, MA
  • **Branch Support Specialist (Customer Service)** CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH * Woburn, Massachusetts * Full-time * Full-time * On...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Training and Development Specialist (Customer Care) Job
  • Boston Scientific Corporation
  • Quincy, MA
  • ** Training and Development Specialist (Customer Care) Job** Remote Eligible: Onsite Onsite Locations(s): Quincy, MA, US...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Network Administrator
  • Core Education
  • Quincy, MA
  • About Core Education: Core Education is a Public Benefit Corporation with a vision to transform the business model of hi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Therapeutic Area Specialist, Immunology - Boston North
  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Boston, MA
  • Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But w...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Methuen /mɛˈθuːɛn/ is a statutory city and an Atlantic resort town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 47,255 at the 2010 census. Methuen lies along the northwestern edge of Essex County, just east of Middlesex County and just south of Rockingham County, New Hampshire. The irregularly-shaped town is bordered by Haverhill to the northeast, North Andover to the east, Lawrence and Andover to the south, Dracut (Middlesex County) to the west, Pelham, New Hampshire (Hillsborough County) to the northwest, and Salem, New Hampshire (Rockingham County) to the north. Meth...
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