Border Protection Officer: Entry-Level Law Enforcement

Jobtome; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Federal benefits package

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. Base salary ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 per year with potential overtime pay up to $45,000.

Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year may apply under specific location contracts. All CBPOs join a large federal law enforcement family, with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and leave programs, plus access to the Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience OR a 4-year degree OR a mix of education and experience.
• GS-7 requires at least 1 year of specialized experience or a graduate degree/combination.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience or an advanced degree or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel at points of entry.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine entry eligibility for individuals entering the U.S.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband through enforcement actions.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. Base salary ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 per year with potential overtime pay up to $45,000.

Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year may apply under specific location contracts. All CBPOs join a large federal law enforcement family, with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and leave programs, plus access to the Thrift Savings Plan.