USAJOBS · 2 months ago
CBP Officer (Program Manager)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$142K/yr - $185K/yr
1+ years expThe U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking a Program Manager for the Office of Field Operations in Washington, D.C. This role involves managing national programs to enhance homeland security by preventing terrorism and other threats, overseeing program execution, and liaising with federal officials and various committees.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Determining goals and objectives that need additional emphasis; developing measures that evaluate performance; making recommendations for program improvement; and managing all resources as corporate assets
Performing liaison with high-ranking officials in other Federal agencies, top-level managers in DRS, and various governing boards/committees
Ensuring and overseeing the gathering and analysis of information from all available sources such as intelligence reports, and various databases and identifying of known or potential terrorists and instruments of terror, criminals, smuggling patterns, trends, and methods, and other threats to Headquarters elements, U.S. borders, and national security
Overseeing the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of a program or several program segments, each of which is managed through separate subordinate organizational units
Leading complex projects, often cutting across organizational activity lines and defining critical quality factors, process improvements on key initiatives that result in significant improvements in service delivery, reduced operational unit costs, increased quality, and reduced process cycle time
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
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
You may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph
CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures
You must have taken the required CBP Officer Promotional Assessment component and have a passing Total Score
Firearm Requirement-This position requires that the incumbent meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms as outlined in the Gun Control Act of 1968, amended by the Lautenberg Amendment of 1996
Motor Vehicle Operation: You must possess the Ability to operate a Government Owned Vehicle. A valid, non-restricted driver's license is required
DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States
Financial Disclosure is required
Experience: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Reviewing and analyzes carriers, importers, and exporters manifests, permits, certificates, entries, invoices, and associated documents to determine the admissibility of merchandise or cargo, and levels of risk for possible violations of laws and threats to national security; Developing, planning and participating in tactical operations, such as pre-primary blitzes, intensive boardings, and roving; Managing the inspection of identity and travel documents presented during examination to determine validity and authenticity; Overseeing and managing a wide range of record checks using a variety of databases and systems and uses tactical intelligence to identify high-risk travelers; Reviewing commercial documents, inspecting conveyances and examining cargo destined for export from the United States
You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process
You must meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 11/14/2025
Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment
Polygraph Examination: The CBP Officer (Program Manager) position is a polygraph-required position
If you are not a current GS-1895, and you are selected, you will have to meet the following medical/physical standards: Physical Fitness Test: You will be required to successfully pass the Pre-employment Fitness Test
Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates for at least three of the last five years
Benefits
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
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Employee training and developmental opportunities
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