Border Protection Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in full-time, entry and mid-level positions.

The agency offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, and strong career stability within the Homeland Security framework. CBPOs operate as part of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) workforce, with duty locations across the United States and potential incentives.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires a minimum of 3 years of general experience, 1 year at GS-4 level, or a conferred bachelor's degree/substitution.
• Education can substitute a portion of experience for GS-5.
• Combination of experience and education allowed for GS-5 eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensuring the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

People interaction

Learning ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in full-time, entry and mid-level positions.

The agency offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, and strong career stability within the Homeland Security framework. CBPOs operate as part of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) workforce, with duty locations across the United States and potential incentives.