Border Protection Officer - Federal Law Enforcement

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a national cadre of federal law enforcement professionals.

This role involves enforcing immigration, customs, and agriculture laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry to the United States. Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with promotion potential to GS-11/12, plus comprehensive benefits, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor's degree or both.
• Education substitution allows a full 4-year degree.
• Combination of experience and education is possible.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience at the next lower grade.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances for compliance.
• Determining admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and trafficking of contraband.

Skills

General experience

Specialized experience

Inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a national cadre of federal law enforcement professionals.

This role involves enforcing immigration, customs, and agriculture laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry to the United States. Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with promotion potential to GS-11/12, plus comprehensive benefits, leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.