CBP Ops Support EAC Casey Durst, a senior official with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), posted several updates on April 30, 2026, highlighting the agency's ongoing recruitment efforts and initiatives related to major upcoming events and employee well-being.
In a tweet posted at 15:00 UTC, Durst announced CBP’s involvement in the upcoming international sporting event: "The countdown to #FIFAWorldCup 2026 is on—and @CBP will be on the front line helping keep fans, teams, and host cities safe. Want a career where you’re part of securing global events? Explore opportunities and apply today: https://t.co/9tXUczCmZs #CBPCareers @CBPJobs https://t.co/obbMpYbQJO".
Later that day at 18:31 UTC, Durst shared information about an open leadership position within the agency: ".@CBP is recruiting an Assistant Commissioner for Laboratories & Scientific Services—Chief Science Officer in #CBPOpsSpprt—leading scientific and forensic support for border security and trade enforcement in DC. Apply: https://t.co/RZOiwy1q6M #CBPCareers https://t.co/KKEN36GrpB".
At 23:32 UTC, Durst marked National Therapy Animal Day by spotlighting one of CBP’s unique contributors: "On #NationalTherapyAnimalDay we’re spotlighting Finneas, @CBP’s dachshund “canine superhero.” Working with @CBPTradeGov, he brings comfort and stress relief to employees and their families—proving resiliency can come on four short legs with a very big heart. https://t.co/dGEvdoYQza".
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is scheduled to take place across multiple cities in North America. The event is expected to draw significant international attention and large crowds, necessitating extensive security measures coordinated by agencies such as CBP. Recruitment efforts like those highlighted by Durst are part of broader initiatives to strengthen operational readiness ahead of high-profile global events.
Customs and Border Protection routinely recruits specialized personnel for both field operations and scientific roles supporting border security, trade enforcement, and public safety missions.
Finneas’ role as a therapy animal reflects ongoing efforts within federal agencies to promote employee wellness through innovative programs aimed at reducing workplace stress.
