Border Protection Officer: Enforce Trade, Travel & Security

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; New Town (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks entry- to mid-level Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs). The agency offers strong base pay, federal benefits, and retention incentives, with duty locations across the United States and a career path from GS-5 to GS-12 levels.

Positions require eligibility based on education or public safety experience, with comprehensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Overtime and a range of benefits accompany base compensation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to apply regulations and make rapid decisions in enforcement contexts.
• Experience in performing inspections or screening in border or security settings.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and related laws at designated locations.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Identify risks and ensure compliance with laws to deter illegal activities.

Skills

CBP laws & regulations knowledge

Judgment & decision making

Inspection & incident handling

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks entry- to mid-level Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs). The agency offers strong base pay, federal benefits, and retention incentives, with duty locations across the United States and a career path from GS-5 to GS-12 levels.

Positions require eligibility based on education or public safety experience, with comprehensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Overtime and a range of benefits accompany base compensation.