Border Protection Officer: Elite Field Inspector & Guardian

Jobtome; Fowler (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) in multiple grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9) across various duty locations. Roles involve enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and safeguarding the nation’s borders.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with overtime potential and comprehensive benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply with a multi-year service commitment.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 grade eligibility based on experience or education.
• Education substitution: bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Combination of experience and education eligible for higher grades.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regs.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Promote lawful trade and travel and prevent illegal entry of contraband.
• Conduct inspections and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate routine duties with Federal Law Enforcement responsibilities.

Skills

CBP regulations

Investigation techniques

Decision making

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate education acceptable

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) in multiple grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9) across various duty locations. Roles involve enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and safeguarding the nation’s borders.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with overtime potential and comprehensive benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply with a multi-year service commitment.