Border Protection Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

Jobtome; Westport (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple grades. Roles involve enforcing immigration, customs, and agricultural laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and determining admissibility at U.S. borders. The agency offers strong benefits, overtime potential, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Recruitment incentives may apply, with locations prioritized nationwide. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required after hire.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years of general experience or 1 year at GS-4 level.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience at GS-8 or graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry of individuals and contraband.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement

Decision making

Education

GS-5 qualification

GS-7 qualification

GS-9 qualification

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple grades. Roles involve enforcing immigration, customs, and agricultural laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and determining admissibility at U.S. borders. The agency offers strong benefits, overtime potential, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Recruitment incentives may apply, with locations prioritized nationwide. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required after hire.