- Position Title
- Marine Interdiction Agent
- Agency
- Customs and Border Protection
- Announcement Number
- MIA 22-7 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 1, 2022 to Saturday, April 30, 2022
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
This position has an age requirement. Enter or select your date of birth.
2.
Enter the number of months of Federal service experience you have attained as a firefighter, law enforcement or air traffic controller.
3.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
4.
Are you a current federal employee who has received notice that you will be displaced from the Department of Homeland Security? If yes, confirm:
- you occupy a position in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
- Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice, AND
- Copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
5.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency? If yes, confirm:
- you occupy (or have been separated from) a position located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy;
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent
- Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice, AND
- Copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
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Applicants who receive a tentative offer of employment must successfully complete a polygraph examination. Provided below is a list of locations where polygraph examinations are offered. Please select the location where you prefer to complete your polygraph examination. CBP will do its best to schedule you at your preferred location. However, you may be required to travel to attend the polygraph. CBP will not reimburse you for travel to or from the polygraph site. You will be contacted by the Office of Professional Responsibility to schedule the required polygraph examination.
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Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
3.
Are you a current political Schedule A or Schedule C Executive Branch employee or a former political Schedule A or Schedule C Executive Branch employee who held the position within the last five years applying to a competitive or non-political excepted service position under Title 5 of the United States Code or are you a current non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) Executive Branch employee or a former non-career SES Executive Branch employee who held the position within the last five years applying to a competitive or non-political excepted service position under Title 5 of the United States Code?
To verify, please submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form (SF-50) or other relevant documentation reflecting your status as a Political Appointee.
To verify, please submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form (SF-50) or other relevant documentation reflecting your status as a Political Appointee.
4.
Do you have a current valid State driver's license or will you be able to obtain a valid license at the time of appointment?
5.
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 (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years, before completing an application for CBP employment.
If you do not meet the residency requirement as stated above and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency wavier by meeting one or more of the following conditions:
Exceptions may be granted to applicants if they can provide complete state-side coverage information required to make a suitability determination. Examples of state-side coverage information include: the state-side address of the company headquarters where the applicant's personnel file is located, the state-side address of the Professor in charge of the applicant's "Study Abroad" program, and/or the state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with the applicant while overseas. If selected for a position, you must provide documentation to support a request for an exception.
Do you meet the residency requirement?
If you do not meet the residency requirement as stated above and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency wavier by meeting one or more of the following conditions:
- Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military
- A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government
- Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university
- Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government
Exceptions may be granted to applicants if they can provide complete state-side coverage information required to make a suitability determination. Examples of state-side coverage information include: the state-side address of the company headquarters where the applicant's personnel file is located, the state-side address of the Professor in charge of the applicant's "Study Abroad" program, and/or the state-side addresses of anyone who worked or studied with the applicant while overseas. If selected for a position, you must provide documentation to support a request for an exception.
Do you meet the residency requirement?
6.
Are you receiving a retirement annuity from OPM based on retiring from the Federal government? If you select yes and you are selected for this position, your salary will be off-set by the amount of your retirement annuity.
To verify, please submit a copy of your retirement SF-50 with your application package.
To verify, please submit a copy of your retirement SF-50 with your application package.
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Have you engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, holding facility, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1997?
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Have you been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or where the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in such activity?
9.
Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the "day before an individual's 37th birthday" is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS.
NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age for original placement into a LEO position; therefore, candidates must be appointed (enter on duty) before reaching their 40th birthday.
Creditable law enforcement officer service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its recent decision of Isabella v. Dept. of State, the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. § 3312.
Will you be less than 40 years of age (not reached your 40th birthday) at the closing date of this announcement?
NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age for original placement into a LEO position; therefore, candidates must be appointed (enter on duty) before reaching their 40th birthday.
Creditable law enforcement officer service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its recent decision of Isabella v. Dept. of State, the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. § 3312.
Will you be less than 40 years of age (not reached your 40th birthday) at the closing date of this announcement?
10.
Applicants are highly encouraged to "Opt-in" for text message reminders!
For applicants who receive a tentative selection offer from Customs and Border Protection, the CBP Hiring Center is offering text messaging reminders. This service will provide you with helpful reminders of scheduled appointments as you move through the pre-employment process. All automated messages are programmed to remind applicants of upcoming appointments (i.e., medical appointment, fitness test reminder, etc.) approximately 3-days out from the appointment dates. Text messaging will not replace any form of official communication, but is intended solely as an added service to reinforce communication.
You may choose to "Opt-in" for this customer service option. Based on conditions set by your mobile carrier, standard text messaging rates may apply which will not be reimbursed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Please check with your carrier to address any potential costs to you to ensure receiving text messaging is an option available to you based on the terms of your service contract. Some carriers may also block incoming "fee generating" text messages or messages from outlying sources and some messages may appear truncated based on limitations imposed by your carrier. Current system constraints with some carriers may not support text messaging service. If you choose to opt-in at this time, you may elect to discontinue this service later by contacting the CBP Hiring Center.
Please select your carrier below. If you do not wish to "Opt In" for text messaging reminders, please choose the last option.
For applicants who receive a tentative selection offer from Customs and Border Protection, the CBP Hiring Center is offering text messaging reminders. This service will provide you with helpful reminders of scheduled appointments as you move through the pre-employment process. All automated messages are programmed to remind applicants of upcoming appointments (i.e., medical appointment, fitness test reminder, etc.) approximately 3-days out from the appointment dates. Text messaging will not replace any form of official communication, but is intended solely as an added service to reinforce communication.
You may choose to "Opt-in" for this customer service option. Based on conditions set by your mobile carrier, standard text messaging rates may apply which will not be reimbursed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Please check with your carrier to address any potential costs to you to ensure receiving text messaging is an option available to you based on the terms of your service contract. Some carriers may also block incoming "fee generating" text messages or messages from outlying sources and some messages may appear truncated based on limitations imposed by your carrier. Current system constraints with some carriers may not support text messaging service. If you choose to opt-in at this time, you may elect to discontinue this service later by contacting the CBP Hiring Center.
Please select your carrier below. If you do not wish to "Opt In" for text messaging reminders, please choose the last option.
11.
If you opted in for text messaging reminders, please add you cell phone number below in this format: xxx-xxx-xxxx
If you did not opt in for text messaging reminders, please enter N/A below.
If you did not opt in for text messaging reminders, please enter N/A below.
12.
Are you a current or former Federal employee? If yes, it is recommended that you submit a copy of your SF-50(s) (Notification of Personnel Action) to support your experience. Also, ensure that your resume contains a detailed description of your federal work experience, including the dates you performed those duties, your hours worked per week, job title, as well as series, grade level(s), and salary (if applicable).
13.
Due to the strenuous nature of the Marine Interdiction Agent duties and the associated training programs, fitness tests have been developed and will be used to screen candidates for entry level MIA positions. Candidates will be required to pass the pre-employment fitness test early in the pre-employment process. To increase the chances of passing the fitness test, engage in regular physical exercise. For more information go to: https://www.cbp.gov/careers/mia-app-proc
I understand that if selected I will be required to meet the fitness requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the fitness screening, I may incur additional expenses.
I understand that if selected I will be required to meet the fitness requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the fitness screening, I may incur additional expenses.
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New recruits to the position of Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA) receive extensive training before beginning official duties. The statements of understanding below represent some, but not all, of the conditions of employment of the MIA occupation. If you answer no to one or more of the following Conditions of Employment questions, you will be disqualified from further consideration for the MIA position.
I verify and understand that I:
Must have and maintain a valid US driver's license
Will be required to arrest or assist in the arrest of individuals in violation of law(s) and may also be required to testify under oath to the circumstances of the arrest
Will be required enforce all Federal laws without exception regardless of your personal feelings about these laws and regulations
Will be required to qualify with and maintain proficiency in the use of firearms
Must be prepared to defend self and others from physical attacks and may be involved in physical or altercations even the use of lethal weapons while attempting to arrest suspects
Will be required to serve a probationary period
Am required to successfully complete a rigorous 16 week training program in Brunswick, Georgia. This program includes meeting certain physical training requirements as well as training in the technical and legal aspects of the job
Subject to mobility at the agency's discretion within and outside the continental U.S. at any time during my tenure with CBP AMO
Am required to wear a prescribed uniform and to comply with established grooming standards
Must be willing and available for work at any time their presence and skills are required. Regular work schedules are: on weekends, evenings and nights, holidays and unscheduled overtime as CBP determines necessary
Must be willing to work with others on a professional basis, with mutual respect, regardless of racial, cultural, religious, political or other differences
May be required to engage in strenuous physical exertion, such as heavy lifting, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, climbing, and running
May be assigned and willing to accept placement to small, remote locations or large metropolitan areas in which there are people whose cultures are significantly different from my own
May be exposed to all kinds of weather and environmental conditions, such as flights of long duration and under unusually stressful conditions, as well as in-flight hazards such as weather, hazardous terrain, physiological and equipment capabilities
Required to undergo and successfully pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and must submit to random drug testing after employment
I have read the above Conditions of Employment and understand that these conditions are a requirement for appointment to an Marine Interdiction Agent position.
I hereby certify to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information provided by me is true, correct, and complete and made in good faith. I understand that a false statement on any part of this inquiry may be grounds for not hiring me or for terminating me after I begin work. False or fraudulent information provided herein is also criminally punishable pursuant to federal law, including 10 U.S.C.1001.
I verify and understand that I:
Must have and maintain a valid US driver's license
Will be required to arrest or assist in the arrest of individuals in violation of law(s) and may also be required to testify under oath to the circumstances of the arrest
Will be required enforce all Federal laws without exception regardless of your personal feelings about these laws and regulations
Will be required to qualify with and maintain proficiency in the use of firearms
Must be prepared to defend self and others from physical attacks and may be involved in physical or altercations even the use of lethal weapons while attempting to arrest suspects
Will be required to serve a probationary period
Am required to successfully complete a rigorous 16 week training program in Brunswick, Georgia. This program includes meeting certain physical training requirements as well as training in the technical and legal aspects of the job
Subject to mobility at the agency's discretion within and outside the continental U.S. at any time during my tenure with CBP AMO
Am required to wear a prescribed uniform and to comply with established grooming standards
Must be willing and available for work at any time their presence and skills are required. Regular work schedules are: on weekends, evenings and nights, holidays and unscheduled overtime as CBP determines necessary
Must be willing to work with others on a professional basis, with mutual respect, regardless of racial, cultural, religious, political or other differences
May be required to engage in strenuous physical exertion, such as heavy lifting, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, climbing, and running
May be assigned and willing to accept placement to small, remote locations or large metropolitan areas in which there are people whose cultures are significantly different from my own
May be exposed to all kinds of weather and environmental conditions, such as flights of long duration and under unusually stressful conditions, as well as in-flight hazards such as weather, hazardous terrain, physiological and equipment capabilities
Required to undergo and successfully pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and must submit to random drug testing after employment
I have read the above Conditions of Employment and understand that these conditions are a requirement for appointment to an Marine Interdiction Agent position.
I hereby certify to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information provided by me is true, correct, and complete and made in good faith. I understand that a false statement on any part of this inquiry may be grounds for not hiring me or for terminating me after I begin work. False or fraudulent information provided herein is also criminally punishable pursuant to federal law, including 10 U.S.C.1001.
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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.
I understand that if selected I will be required to meet the suitability requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the background investigation, I may incur additional expenses.
I understand that if selected I will be required to meet the suitability requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the background investigation, I may incur additional expenses.
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This position is a polygraph-required position. If you are not a current CBP employee in a law enforcement position, or you do not meet the criteria for polygraph reciprocity or waiver 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.
I understand that if selected I will be required to meet the polygraph examination requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the polygraph examination, I may incur additional expenses.
I understand that if selected I will be required to meet the polygraph examination requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the polygraph examination, I may incur additional expenses.
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Conviction under Federal, State, or Tribal Court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence against an intimate partner or child is disqualifying. An intimate partner means, with respect to a person, the spouse of the person, a former spouse of the person, an individual who is a parent of a child of the person, an individual who cohabitates or has cohabited with the person. Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence against an intimate partner or a child?
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Are you the subject of any Federal, State, or Tribal court-ordered restraining (protection) order for domestic abuse, including harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or a child?
Assessment 1
The question below is a screen out, failure to meet the requirement will remove you from consideration.
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I have a current (dated within last 5 years) U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credentials.
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Merchant Mariner Credential Number or Mariner number from your MMLD.
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Expiration Date of your Merchant Mariner Credentials (MM/DD/YYYY) or N/A if submitting a MMLD.
4.
MMLD APPLICANTS - Please enter the Capacity of your MMLD.
5.
Which of the following best describes your experience and/or education to qualify for the GL-9 grade level??
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I certify that I have the experience as the Captain or sole manipulator of a vessel in all environments, including night, poor weather, unfavorable visibility and stressful conditions.
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Available to enter on duty. (Month/Date/Year)
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Have you taken and FAILED a CBP polygraph examination within the last two years?
Please answer the following questions in relationship to Air and Marine Operations (AMO) Re-competition Rules for Marine Interdiction Agent (MIA) candidates to ensure that AMO recruits and hires the highest quality applicants. AMO's MIA assessment is 3 parts and includes the written exam, practical exercise and structured interview.
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Have you failed any part of the MIA 3-part assessment within the last 90 days?
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Have you failed any part of the MIA 3-part assessment for the second time within the last 6 months?
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Have you failed any part of the MIA 3-part assessment three or more times?
The following questions will be used to rate applicants who meet the minimum eligibility and qualification requirements. These are not screen-out questions.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in performing or participating in performing overt operations in uniform and in a marked unit (for example, patrol car, branded vessel).
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Indicate the extent of your experience in inspecting various documents (for example, driver's license, passport, birth certificate) to determine and verify the identity of persons.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in making contact and cooperating with persons in the general community and other law enforcement agencies to gather/share intelligence information regarding illegal activities.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in performing "stop and arrest" techniques.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in seizing evidence and instruments/fruits of crime (for example, narcotics, contraband).
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Indicate the extent of your experience in monitoring furtive behavior patterns, body language, mannerisms, and speech to identify suspicious behaviors and establish cause for detention.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in searching persons, conveyances, and personal items and belongings for contraband or weapons incidental to detention or arrest.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in interviewing suspects to determine if a violation has been committed.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in recognizing document fraud, counterfeit, and photo-altered documents (for example, driver's licenses, operating permits, passports, firearm permits).
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Indicate the extent of your experience in utilizing automated violator and suspect information systems and databases for enforcement operations (for example, NCIC, NADDIS, or TECS).
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Select the choice which best describes your experience in conducting interviews of witnesses or other sources for the purposes of verifying facts and obtaining specific pieces of information.
23.
Do you have experience advising violators of their Miranda rights?
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Indicate the extent of your experience in initiating limited investigations to establish a prima facie case.
25.
Do you have experience contributing sworn statements for criminal complaints?
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Have you testified under oath before grand jury, criminal and civil proceedings, and/or other domestic legal proceedings?
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Select the choice which best describes your ability to communicate with all levels of employees and the public, and resolve conflicts as needed.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in developing strategies to effect a successful stop of conveyances and people (for example, determine how to make approach, determine safest location to stop violator).
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Indicate the extent of your experience in writing reports of law enforcement activities (for example, seizure reports, operational plans, after-action reports, reports of investigation).
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Indicate the extent to which you have dealt effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, or cultures.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in leading work-related teams.
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Do you have knowledge of water survival techniques (for example, swimming skills, drown-proofing skills, or open water survival)?
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Do you have experience in recognizing vessel instrument casualties and taking corrective action?
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Indicate the extent to which you have operated a variety of vessels (for example, high-speed intercept boats, yachts, or commercial fishing boats).
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Indicate the extent to which you have operated a vessel in adverse navigable conditions (for example, low visibility, poor weather, unfamiliar waters, hazardous conditions, or rough seas).
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Indicate the extent of your experience in maneuvering in close proximity to other vessels.
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Indicate the extent of your experience using marine navigation techniques such as dead reckoning navigation, chart plotting, interpretation of marine charts and the utilization of electronic navigation equipment.
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Indicate the extent of your experience in operating radar systems capable of multiple target acquisition, electronic navigation systems, fathometers, and communication suites.
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Indicate the extent to which you have received formal training in maritime law enforcement.
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Do you have experience assisting with marine patrol, surveillance and pursuit actions related to the interdiction of illicit activities?
We are interested in your feedback regarding the type of advertisement that BEST impacted your decision to apply for THIS job with CBP
41.
Where did you learn about employment with CBP that BEST impacted your decision to apply for this position at this time? Select only one.
42.
If you chose "Other" in the previous question, please add your response below. Otherwise, please enter N/A.
43.
Please provide the five-digit zip code of where you attended an event, saw an advertisement, or otherwise decided to apply for this position based on your response in the previous question.
44.
Please provide the month (MM) and year (YYYY) you attended an event or saw an advertisement, below. If this does not apply to you, please enter N/A.
45.
If a "job board" influenced you the MOST to apply to this position, where did you see the advertisement?
46.
If you chose "Other or No" in the previous question, please add your response below. Otherwise, please enter N/A.
47.
What was your main incentive to apply to this position? (Select only one)
48.
If you chose "Other" in the previous question, please add your response below. Otherwise, please enter N/A.