Border Protection Officer (Entry-Level) — Start Your LEO Career

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Waitsfield (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to secure the nation’s borders and enforce laws on travel, trade, and immigration. The role involves inspections, risk assessment, and enforcing regulatory compliance at various ports of entry.

New officers receive federal benefits and training, with opportunities for overtime pay. Incentives may apply based on location, with formal training at FLETC after hire.

Qualifications

• Education OR prior general or experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify.
• A conferred bachelor's degree is required; this will be calculated using your resume and transcripts submitted with your application.
• A conferred master's degree or higher, or two or more years of graduate education leading to such a degree, may satisfy the education requirement.
• U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years as part of eligibility.
• Formal training at Federal Law Enforcement Training Center after hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances at borders, seaports, airports, and ports of entry.
• Conduct physical inspections of documents or goods for criminal activity or fraud.
• Use observations, facts, and regulations to enforce laws and regulations.
• Detain violators and, if warranted, arrest using proper law enforcement methods.
• Inspect and enforce laws related to importing and exporting and international shipping.
• Apply intelligence and behavioral analysis to identify threats and conduct risk assessments.
• Interview suspected violators to determine appropriate action.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to secure the nation’s borders and enforce laws on travel, trade, and immigration. The role involves inspections, risk assessment, and enforcing regulatory compliance at various ports of entry.

New officers receive federal benefits and training, with opportunities for overtime pay. Incentives may apply based on location, with formal training at FLETC after hire.