Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career

Jobtome; Saint John (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave & sick leave

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time positions across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels.

The role focuses on enforcing customs, immigration, and trade regulations while conducting inspections to determine admissibility for entry into the United States. CBPOs receive competitive base pay, federal benefits, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, with overtime potential and a structured career path across multiple grades.

Qualifications

• Experience or education may qualify for GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply for eligibility.
• Training at FLETC in GA is required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility and compliance.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry of people and prohibited goods and contraband.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Inspections

Security awareness

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time positions across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels.

The role focuses on enforcing customs, immigration, and trade regulations while conducting inspections to determine admissibility for entry into the United States. CBPOs receive competitive base pay, federal benefits, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, with overtime potential and a structured career path across multiple grades.