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Newly appointed AIAs that Enter on Duty (EOD) in a Caribbean Air & Marine Branch (CAMB) duty locations have been authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (RI) in-addition to, Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) and overtime pay.

Contact an AMO Recruiter for additional information at: CBP_AMO_RECRUITING@cbp.dhs.gov

An Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) may be eligible for overtime pay (up to an additional 25% of salary). Air Interdiction Agents (AIA) may also have a higher starting salary based on their duty location. Please visit the OPM website for more information.
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Category Rating, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking do not apply to this Public Notice. This notice may be used to fill any vacancy throughout the Southern Border (SB) & CAMB Duty Locations. In-order to meet agency mission-critical needs, your final duty location offer may include one of the duty locations within the SB and CAMB.

This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-11, 12 & 13. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level (with supervisor approval). For example you could:
Start as an AIA in July 2018 as a GS-11 Step 1 (RUS pay $61,218) - (RUS + 25% LEAP $74,484) - (RUS + LEAP + RI $87,750) per year*
Promote in July 2019 to GS-12 Step 1 (RUS pay $73,375) - (RUS + 25% LEAP $89,275) - (RUS + LEAP + RI $105,175) per year*
Promote in July 2020 to GS-13 Step 1 (RUS pay $87,252) - (RUS + 25% LEAP $106,159) - (RUS + LEAP + RI $125,066) per year*

*Please note this example includes a range of min.locality pay 'Rest of the United States' (RUS) up to max. potential salary with LEAP and the RI for CAMB locations. Pay rates are based on the 2018 "Rest of the United States" salary table and does not take into consideration higher locality pay, possible over time, or where applicable or yearly cost of living increases.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

FAA Class II Med will qualify; must be dated within last 12 months
FAA Commercial or ATP Airplane or Helicopter rated with/Instruments
100 flight hours within the last 12 months; level C and D simulator time counts
Apply with as little as 750 flight hours; see 'Qualifications'
Must meet job related medical, fitness and drug testing standards
You may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph
Referred for selection prior to age 40; waiver for vets
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position
Primary U.S. residency for the last three years; AD military exempt

Qualifications

You qualify for the GS-11 grade level (starting salary $61,218 up to $101,016 with RUS, LEAP, RI and up to 25% potential overtime) if you possess one year of specialized work experience that demonstrates the ability to:

Fly as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes or speed;
Ability to valuate information rapidly and make judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations;
Develop strategies and coordinate aircraft and ground assets;
Use information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Certificates, Ratings and Flight Experience:
You must possess and provide proof of the following, at time of application in order to meet the basic requirements of this position:

A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with the following ratings:
Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating; OR
Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument; OR
Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating

A FAA Class II Medical Certificate can qualify for the position for this announcement. *However, at the time of your Flight Assessment you MUST present a FAA 1st Class Medical Certificate dated within the previous 12 calendar months. Military flight medicals cannot be accepted.

Submit last page of your documented flight log reflecting a minimum of 1500 flight hours; include additional pages if required to reflect 100 hours in the last 12 months.
100 hours of Airplane, UAS, Helicopter and/or PIC/SIC Simulator hours within the last 12 months
250 Pilot-in-Command hours and
75 Instrument hours
75 Night hours

750 Flight Hours: Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Must meet the required 100 flight hours within the last 12 months, 250 PIC, 75 instrument and 75 night hours.
Simulator Hours: All FAA Approved level C and Level D simulator time will count towards a pilot's 100 hours in the last 12 months, however, it cannot count towards a pilots total time. The pilot must be the pilot in command or second in command in the simulator. Simulator instructors who are operating the simulator scenarios cannot count their instructor time as flight time.
UAS Flight Hours: Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9), or Global Hawk (RQ-4) flight hours. Your full flight log will be required at time of your Flight Assessment for verification.

Flight Hour Waiver:
The experience you use to request consideration for the Flight Hour Waiver (FHW) must be submitted at time of application. Please list all of your FHW experience on a sheet titled 'Flight Hour Waiver Request'. Your request should include all of the following items: dates of experience, hours per week, title and a detailed description of experience. NOTE: The 100 hours in the last 12 months*, 250 PIC, 75 instrument and 75 night hours cannot be waived.
General military flight experience and training
Title: Pilot
1/1/95 to 3/2/97 40 HPW
Detailed work experience

You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement 09/30/2018.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

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 in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For more information visit this link.

Polygraph Examination: The PILOT - CBP Air Interdiction Agent position is a polygraph-required position. If you are not a current CBP employee in a law enforcement position, you may be required to take a polygraph exam and have favorable results in order to continue in the pre-employment process. Please see Polygraph Examination.

Polygraph Reciprocity: CBP may accept the results of a prior federal polygraph exam in lieu of a CBP polygraph exam. You will receive information to request reciprocity in your Background Investigation Package.

Polygraph Waiver: Certain veterans may be eligible to obtain a polygraph waiver. You will receive information to request a waiver in your Background Investigation Package.

Residency: If you are not currently a CBP employee, you must meet one or more of the following primary residency criteria for at least three years prior to applying to this announcement:

Resided in the United States or its protectorate or territories (excluding short trips abroad, such as vacations);
Worked for the United States government as an employee overseas in a federal or military capacity; or
Been a dependent of a United States federal or military employee serving overseas.

Exceptions may be granted if you provide complete state-side coverage information regarding participation in "Study Abroad" programs, overseas church missions, or state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with you overseas. You must provide information and related documentation at the time of application.

Probationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period.

Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found here. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be placed in the Well-Qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

Additional information

Firearm Proficiency: Firearm proficiency is required for Air Interdiction Agents and is part of the training provided.
Driver's License: You must possess a valid driver's license.
Probationary Period: You must serve a one-year probationary period during the first year of your initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment.
Mandatory Completion of Basic Training: You will be detailed to the Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) in Glynco, GA, for 15 weeks of Air and Marine Basic Training (AMBT). The training is comprised of formalized courses of basic technical instruction necessary to perform the duties of the position, including an untested swim/water survival course. Additionally, you will complete the following training programs: (1) Spanish Language training course; (2) Initial Survival Training course; (3) Aircraft-specific Flight Training course; and (4) Standardized Tactical Aviation Training (STAT) course.
Mobility: You are required to sign a mobility agreement and be willing to relocate as necessary.
Uniforms: This position requires you to wear an officially-approved uniform while in a duty status.
Shift Work: This position requires regular and recurring shift work. You must be willing and available to work rotating shifts. You may also be rotated between assignments and duty locations.
Overtime: Employees must be fully trained to be eligible for overtime.

Positions may be filled at any AMO duty station within the regions listed below. You must be willing to work at any duty location that falls within that region.

Southwest Region: Yuma, AZ; Deming, NM; Alpine, Laredo, McAllen and San Angelo, TX
Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB): Aguadilla, PR - Paid Relocation AND Recruitment Incentive Location
National Air Security Operation Centers (NASOC) Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Locations:
Sierra Vista, AZ and Grand Forks, ND

Positions with known promotion potential do not guarantee promotion, nor is the promise of promotion implied.

CBP uses E-Verify, an internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.

Every individual receives a fair opportunity throughout the federal recruitment and hiring process. Learn more here.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Well-Qualified are candidates who meet the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrate a satisfactory level of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position. You will be evaluated based on your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. The knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:

Skill and ability to fly and/or operate fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft in adverse or hazardous conditions in operations supporting CBP or other law enforcement entities
Knowledge of air enforcement operations
Ability to collect, refine and analyze strategic and tactical intelligence in order to execute aviation enforcement operations
Ability to evaluate information rapidly and make judicious decisions promptly while remaining courteous and professional

Prior to appointment to this position, you must pass a three-part qualification assessment. The assessments will be conducted after you successfully complete a polygraph examination.
The assessments are pass/fail and you must pass all three in order to be eligible to be appointed to this position:
Flight Check: You will be required to demonstrate your flight proficiency in CBP aircrafts with a flight instructor. You will be evaluated based on FAA Commercial Pilot standards.
Oral Evaluation: You will be tested on your pilot knowledge based on published regulation.
Structured Interview: You will be asked scenario-based interview questions concerning core competencies, which include judgment/decision-making, teamwork/interpersonal skills, flexibility, integrity and oral communication.The qualification assessments will be conducted at the National Air Training Center (NATC) facility in Oklahoma City, OK, and will take approximately 1 full day. An additional day may be necessary due to weather and/or maintenance issues. You will be responsible for all expenses associated with transport to and from the NATC facility and hangar, as well as lodging in Oklahoma City and all other personal expenses incurred.

If you do not successfully complete the flight check portion of your 3-part assessment, you will remain in pre-employment process and take a second flight check in 6 months. If you do not pass the flight check on your second attempt, your tentative offer of employment will be withdrawn. You will then be required to reapply to an open AIA job announcement after the 6-month waiting period. This only applies to the flight check portion of the 3-part assessment.

Required Documents

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If you have questions regarding the documentation that is required for this announcement please contact an AMO recruiter at CBP_AMO_RECRUITING@cbp.dhs.gov or the CBP Hiring Center at CBPHIRINGAMO@cbp.dhs.gov

Resume: A resume in English is required. It must contain your full legal name, address, phone numbers, Date of Birth (DOB), aircrafts you've piloted, and a detailed description of your flying and operating experience in fixed wing and/or rotary aircrafts; dates you performed those duties (MM/DD/YY), and Hours Worked Per Week (HPW) and Total Flight Hours:
On the first page of you resume provide the total number of flight hours for each of the categories listed below. Include all Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9), Global Hawk (RQ-4), or predator based variant flight hours and FAA Approved Level C and D Simulator hours.
1. Overall Total Flight hours
2. Total Flight hours within the last 12 months
3. Total hours as Pilot-in-Command
4. Total Instrument hours
5. Total Night hours
6. Total hours by Aircraft category
Upload as 'Resume'?

Flight Logs/Hours: You must submit clear copies of your flight records showing a total of 1500 flight hours AND
250 Pilot-in-Command hours
75 Instrument hours
75 Night hours
100 Flight hours within the last 12 months
*FAA Approved Level C and D Simulator; Predator A (MQ-1); Predator B (MQ-9); Global Hawk (RQ-4), or predator based variant flight hours will be credited toward satisfying the 1500 flight hours and 100 flight hours in the last 12 months.
Upload under 'Other" as Flight Log(s)

Current FAA Airmen Commercial or ATP Certificate: You must provide a legible copy of both front & back sides of your pilot certification. You must possess one of the following pilot ratings to be considered for this announcement: Dual Rated, Airplane Rated and/or Rotorcraft Helicopter Rated. *See "Basic Requirements" for rating requirements. Private Privileges cannot be used.
Upload under 'Other" as FAA Front & FAA Back

FAA Medical Certificate: You must submit a legible copy of your FAA Medical Certificate 1st or 2nd class. Either class must be dated within 12 months of the date of issuance and valid through the closing date of this announcement. Upload under 'Other' as FAA Med

Age Requirement Documents: You must be referred for consideration prior to your 40th birthday. You will need to submit proof that you are eligible for this position if you are over 40 or will be turning 40 within the next 60 days. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Federal law enforcement service, you must submit copies of your SF-50s reflecting the beginning and end of the creditable Federal civilian (non-military) service. Block 30 of your SF-50 should show Retirement Code M or O. If you do not meet the age requirement or you are unable to provide this required documentation, you will not receive consideration under this announcement. *ALL current/former Federal employees MUST provide the required SF-50s (beginning/ending) for coverage period(s) they are claiming. If you are claiming an age waiver based on veterans' preference, submit the required veterans' preference documents. Ensure that you enter your creditable service dates in the 'Job Related Experience' field on the questionnaire.

Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? You must submit a separation notice; your most recent SF-50 (noting your current position, grade level and duty location); a current (or last) performance rating of record of at least fully successful or equivalent.

Are you a veteran? To apply veterans' preference you must submit the following proof of eligibility:

5 Point Preference: Member Copy 4 of your DD 214 reflecting qualifying medal(s) or service period;
10 Point Preference: Member Copy 4 of your DD 214 and supporting documentation as listed on the Standard Form 15 (application for 10 Point Veterans' Preference). Veterans with a service-connected disability must also submit a VA Disability Award letter dated 1991 or later; or
If you are currently serving on active duty, you must submit a written statement from the armed forces certifying your dates of service, rank, expected type of discharge, qualifying medals and anticipated date of separation. For more information about veterans' preference visit this link.

Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:

Position title
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee)
Agency
Beginning and ending dates of appointment

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Help

Please upload your resume under "Resume" and any other applicable supporting documents mentioned above under "Other" documents. "Other" documents may not be applicable for each applicant, but should be utilized if you are submitting veterans documents for preference eligibility, transcripts for qualifications, etc.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: 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; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information visit this link. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

View common definitions of terms in this announcement.

To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.

Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only. You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume, your online questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/30/2018.

After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system. This message will be delivered to you both on screen and via email notification.

If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system. Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments. Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found on the Additional Application Information page that can be located in the application record in your USAJOBS account.

To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account. There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Update Application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.

It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application and you must again upload it by the closing date.

Agency contact information

CBP Hiring Center

Phone: 952-857-2932
Email: cbphiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov

Address: Air and Marine Operations
CBP Hiring Center
5600 American Boulevard
Suite 700
Bloomington, MN 55437
US

Next steps

GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table.

Once the job opportunity announcement has closed, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. You will be notified by email after each of these steps has been completed. Stay informed of changes to your application status by signing up for automatic email alerts with your USAJOBS account. If you are referred, you will receive a final notification of the disposition of the announcement. We expect to make a tentative job offer within 60 days after the close of the announcement. If you are selected, we may conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment), and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.

Required Documents

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If you have questions regarding the documentation that is required for this announcement please contact an AMO recruiter at CBP_AMO_RECRUITING@cbp.dhs.gov or the CBP Hiring Center at CBPHIRINGAMO@cbp.dhs.gov

Resume: A resume in English is required. It must contain your full legal name, address, phone numbers, Date of Birth (DOB), aircrafts you've piloted, and a detailed description of your flying and operating experience in fixed wing and/or rotary aircrafts; dates you performed those duties (MM/DD/YY), and Hours Worked Per Week (HPW) and Total Flight Hours:
On the first page of you resume provide the total number of flight hours for each of the categories listed below. Include all Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9), Global Hawk (RQ-4), or predator based variant flight hours and FAA Approved Level C and D Simulator hours.
1. Overall Total Flight hours
2. Total Flight hours within the last 12 months
3. Total hours as Pilot-in-Command
4. Total Instrument hours
5. Total Night hours
6. Total hours by Aircraft category
Upload as 'Resume'?

Flight Logs/Hours: You must submit clear copies of your flight records showing a total of 1500 flight hours AND
250 Pilot-in-Command hours
75 Instrument hours
75 Night hours
100 Flight hours within the last 12 months
*FAA Approved Level C and D Simulator; Predator A (MQ-1); Predator B (MQ-9); Global Hawk (RQ-4), or predator based variant flight hours will be credited toward satisfying the 1500 flight hours and 100 flight hours in the last 12 months.
Upload under 'Other" as Flight Log(s)

Current FAA Airmen Commercial or ATP Certificate: You must provide a legible copy of both front & back sides of your pilot certification. You must possess one of the following pilot ratings to be considered for this announcement: Dual Rated, Airplane Rated and/or Rotorcraft Helicopter Rated. *See "Basic Requirements" for rating requirements. Private Privileges cannot be used.
Upload under 'Other" as FAA Front & FAA Back

FAA Medical Certificate: You must submit a legible copy of your FAA Medical Certificate 1st or 2nd class. Either class must be dated within 12 months of the date of issuance and valid through the closing date of this announcement. Upload under 'Other' as FAA Med

Age Requirement Documents: You must be referred for consideration prior to your 40th birthday. You will need to submit proof that you are eligible for this position if you are over 40 or will be turning 40 within the next 60 days. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Federal law enforcement service, you must submit copies of your SF-50s reflecting the beginning and end of the creditable Federal civilian (non-military) service. Block 30 of your SF-50 should show Retirement Code M or O. If you do not meet the age requirement or you are unable to provide this required documentation, you will not receive consideration under this announcement. *ALL current/former Federal employees MUST provide the required SF-50s (beginning/ending) for coverage period(s) they are claiming. If you are claiming an age waiver based on veterans' preference, submit the required veterans' preference documents. Ensure that you enter your creditable service dates in the 'Job Related Experience' field on the questionnaire.

Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP)? You must submit a separation notice; your most recent SF-50 (noting your current position, grade level and duty location); a current (or last) performance rating of record of at least fully successful or equivalent.

Are you a veteran? To apply veterans' preference you must submit the following proof of eligibility:

5 Point Preference: Member Copy 4 of your DD 214 reflecting qualifying medal(s) or service period;
10 Point Preference: Member Copy 4 of your DD 214 and supporting documentation as listed on the Standard Form 15 (application for 10 Point Veterans' Preference). Veterans with a service-connected disability must also submit a VA Disability Award letter dated 1991 or later; or
If you are currently serving on active duty, you must submit a written statement from the armed forces certifying your dates of service, rank, expected type of discharge, qualifying medals and anticipated date of separation. For more information about veterans' preference visit this link.

Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:

Position title
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee)
Agency
Beginning and ending dates of appointment

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Help

Please upload your resume under "Resume" and any other applicable supporting documents mentioned above under "Other" documents. "Other" documents may not be applicable for each applicant, but should be utilized if you are submitting veterans documents for preference eligibility, transcripts for qualifications, etc.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: 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; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information visit this link. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

View common definitions of terms in this announcement.

To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.

Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only. You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume, your online questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 09/30/2018.

After submitting an online application, you will be notified whether or not you are required to take additional online assessments through the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment system. This message will be delivered to you both on screen and via email notification.

If you are asked to take the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be presented with a unique URL to access the USA Hire system. Access to USA Hire is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Be sure to review all instructions prior to beginning your USA Hire Assessments. Note, set aside at least 3 hours to take these assessments; however, most applicants complete the assessments in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue at a later time, you can re-use the URL sent to you via email and also found on the Additional Application Information page that can be located in the application record in your USAJOBS account.

To update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account. There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Update Application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.

It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application and you must again upload it by the closing date.

Agency contact information

CBP Hiring Center

Phone: 952-857-2932
Email: cbphiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov

Address: Air and Marine Operations
CBP Hiring Center
5600 American Boulevard
Suite 700
Bloomington, MN 55437
US

Next steps

GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table.

Once the job opportunity announcement has closed, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. You will be notified by email after each of these steps has been completed. Stay informed of changes to your application status by signing up for automatic email alerts with your USAJOBS account. If you are referred, you will receive a final notification of the disposition of the announcement. We expect to make a tentative job offer within 60 days after the close of the announcement. If you are selected, we may conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306 (Declaration for Federal Employment), and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.