Customs And Border Protection Officer
CurrentMonitor the activity and halt the entry of terrorists or members of known terrorist organizations, both foreign or domestic, in order to prevent acts of terrorism from being carried out.Interdict and stem the flow of illicit narcotics, weapons, ammunition, money, and human smuggling being brought into and taken out of the country either on a traveler's persons, through their belongings, or through their means of transportation. Likewise, through the trade of foreign commercial shipments being imported into the United States and domestic goods being exported outside of the country as well. Prevent the illegal entry of travelers attempting to enter the United States through the means of counterfeit or altered travel documents or those attempting to impersonate other individuals through the use of travel documents acquired by means of theft or fraud.Enforce fair trade by monitoring the import and export of commercial goods to prevent the sale of counterfeit goods or items that pose a danger or threat to consumers due to a lack of quality control or implemented safety measures. Monitor and prevent the import/export of goods by those seeking to circumvent federal trade laws in order to defraud the United States for their own personal financial gain.Coordinate with other federal, state, and municipal law enforcement agencies as well as with foreign law enforcement agencies in the interception and extradition of wanted criminals that attempt to enter or leave the country through ports of entries.Assist immigrants and non-immigrants with entry into the United States by processing documentation respective to their needs such as adjustment of status, lost/missing permanent residency cards, issuing entry permits, assist those seeking asylum or humanitarian parole, etc.Assist Agricultural Specialists with enforcement efforts to curb the accidental import and illegal smuggling of plant/wildlife products that could harm the agricultural infrastructure of the country.