Border Protection Officer – Federal LEO

Jobtome; Douglas (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $15,000 recruitment incentive

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Federal benefits package

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at entry and mid-level to safeguard the nation’s borders. Positions are filled at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 grades with potential promotion to GS-11/GS-12.

Starting salaries vary by grade with overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year and a TRS-style retirement plan are included.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4 or a bachelor’s degree substitute.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education or combination.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade or advanced degree/combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances and determine admissibility for entry to the United States.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel and prevent illegal entry and smuggling.

Skills

Interviews & questioning

Inspection techniques

Enforcement procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year course leading to a bachelor's

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at entry and mid-level to safeguard the nation’s borders. Positions are filled at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 grades with potential promotion to GS-11/GS-12.

Starting salaries vary by grade with overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year and a TRS-style retirement plan are included.