MARINE INTERDICTION AGENT - EXPERIENCED
Company: U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Location: Stevensville
Posted on: September 12, 2024
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Job Description:
Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and
Border Protection (CBP) offers those with Merchant Mariner
Credentials the exceptional opportunity of a career in law
enforcement working 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. 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. Salary and
Benefits Begin your career as a Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA) and
make up to $92,257-108,021 per year based on your grade level
qualifications plus location and overtime pay. This career ladder
position has a grade level progression of GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.
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. Agents receive
the full package of federal employment benefits that include health
and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and
participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to
a traditional 401(k) offering. Recruitment Incentive (RI): Upon
Entrance on Duty (EOD) in Caribbean Air and Marine (CAMB)
locations, you may be eligible to receive a Recruitment Incentive,
pending budgetary approval and per the terms outlined in agency
policy. The Caribbean Incentive is 25% of an employee's annual
salary. Duty Locations A duty location 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. Current possible duty locations
include: Southeast Region: Key West and Marathon, FL CAMB: Fajardo,
Mayaguez, Ponce, PR; and Saint Thomas, VI Your opportunity for
final selection is increased based on your flexibility to Enter on
Duty at priority duty locations. Limited duty locations as of
3/1/2024 include but are not guaranteed to be available at time of
offer: Northern Region: Port Angeles, WA; Rochester, NY; and Sault
Ste Marie, MI Southeast Region: Houma, LA Duties and
Responsibilities As a Marine Interdiction Agent, you will perform
marine-based law enforcement operations for the detection,
prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist
weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering
or attacking the United States. Typical duties may include:
Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons,
vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
Interpreting radar data to calculate appropriate intercept while
tracking vessels and people to a successful interdiction. Searching
persons, vessels, baggage, and cargo for contraband or weapons
incidental to detention or arrest. Collecting, refining, and
analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence. Qualifications: The
GL-9 position has a selective factor that must be met to meet
minimum qualifications: As a minimum qualification requirement all
candidates must submit a valid, legible copy of your U.S Coast
Guard-issued Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), dated within the
last five (5) years (or a MMLD with an accepted application status)
and showing expiration date and capacity pages, at the time of
application. Qualifying capacities include: OUPV, Mate of 200 gross
tons or greater (Inland, Great Lakes, Near Coastal or Oceans),
Chief Mate, Second Mate, and Third Mate Unlimited Oceans, or Master
of 25 GRT or greater (Inland, Great Lakes, Near Coastal or Oceans).
In addition to the above mandatory Merchant Marine Credentials
requirement, you qualify for the MIA GL-9 grade level if you
possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at
least the next lower MIA grade level, performing duties such as:
Enforcing laws, effecting arrests, and conducting interviews and
interrogations with witnesses and suspects Performing surveillance,
writing reports detailing activities and observations Collecting
and securing evidence and providing expert testimony in court OR
Education: A master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two (2)
full years of graduate education in a qualifying progressively
higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a J.D.
or LL.B., in a qualifying field (e.g., criminal justice,
intelligence, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement,
courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, and corrections
and rehabilitation). OR a Combination of Experience and Education:
A combination of successfully completed post-bachelors' education
(above) and experience. This will be calculated using your resume
and unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. If
education is used for your qualification, official transcript will
be required upon selection. You qualify for the GS-11 grade level
if, in addition to meeting the requirements for the GL-9 level, you
possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at
least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:
Independently applies advanced skill in controlling/commanding law
enforcement scenes to include conducting searches, making arrests,
processing arrests and seizure of evidence and property. Conducts
investigative inquiries using various techniques, examining files
and records, physical and documentary evidence to identify logical
conclusions. Utilizes cameras and other electronic high-tech
surveillance equipment to gather evidence, collect, evaluate, and
then preserve that physical and documentary evidence. Highly
skilled in writing comprehensive arrest, criminal and incident
reports. Assists government or state attorneys in preparation for
court cases or grand juries, testifies as a law enforcement officer
in court proceedings, and administrative forums. 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. Training : This position has a
training requirement. You may be required to successfully complete
the training requirement as a condition of employment. Failure to
successfully complete the required course(s) of training in
accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement
into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation
as determined by management and appropriate procedures. Travel
Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on
operational needs. 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 Air and Marine Operations (Marine
Interdiction Agent), then complete the pre-screening questions.
You'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars,
career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP. 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.
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