Paralegal Specialist: Case Review & Evidence Analysis

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking candidates for investigative roles in the Buffalo, NY area within the Office of Field Operations. The position requires meeting qualification standards for GS-09 or GS-11 levels and requires a thorough background investigation.

Applicants must demonstrate eligibility for the U.S. residency requirement and time-in-grade considerations. The successful candidate will review, analyze petitions, and apply due process to casework while ensuring

Qualifications

• GS-09 requires 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade.
• GS-11 requires 1 year at the next lower grade, with duties listed.
• Education substitutions for GS-09/GS-11 per the standard: Master’s degree or 2 years grad education for GS-09; PhD or 3 years grad education for GS-11.
• Meet Time-in-Grade requirements by 10/15/2026.
• Background investigation is required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and processing cases through to resolution.
• Develop and evaluate evidence, and determine the acceptability of evidence in seizure, fines, and penalties.

Education

Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking candidates for investigative roles in the Buffalo, NY area within the Office of Field Operations. The position requires meeting qualification standards for GS-09 or GS-11 levels and requires a thorough background investigation.

Applicants must demonstrate eligibility for the U.S. residency requirement and time-in-grade considerations. The successful candidate will review, analyze petitions, and apply due process to casework while ensuring