GS-1884

Customs Patrol Officer

Performs customs patrol work including border patrol, interdiction, and enforcement between ports of entry.

📊Administrative📈GS-5/7/9/11/12📁1800

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Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for GS-1884

⚠️ CANCELLED SERIES\n\nThis occupational series has been officially cancelled by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).\n\nStatus: Cancelled\n\nReplacement Series:\n- GS-1801: General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance Series\n- GS-1895: Customs and Border Protection Series\n\nNote: If you are interested in this type of work, please search for the replacement series listed above.

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📋Typical Duties

•Patrol border areas
•Interdict smuggling
•Apprehend violators
•Conduct surveillance
•Process detainees
•Coordinate with agencies

🎯Key Competencies

Patrol Operations

Skill in conducting patrol and surveillance activities.

Law Enforcement

Knowledge of customs and immigration laws.

Detection

Ability to detect smuggling and illegal activity.

Vehicle Operation

Skill in operating patrol vehicles.

Surveillance

Ability to conduct surveillance operations.

Arrest Procedures

Knowledge of arrest and detention procedures.

Firearms Proficiency

Qualification with assigned firearms.

Communication

Ability to communicate and coordinate with other officers.

🔑Resume Keywords

Apprehend violatorsConduct surveillanceCoordinate with agenciesCustoms Patrol OfficerInterdict smugglingPatrol border areasProcess detainees

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Grade Levels

GS-5Entry

7Junior

9Journey

11Full Performance

12Senior

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