Border Protection Officer: Federal LEO Career & Benefits

Jobtome; Roth (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applications for Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs). CBP is a federal agency employing thousands of law enforcement personnel to secure U.S.

borders from terrorism, illicit trafficking, and illegal entry. Positions are full-time, with possible recruitment incentives and a path from GS-5 to GS-12, depending on qualifications. Initial base salaries vary by grade, with overtime potential and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years general experience with ability to interact with people OR a bachelor's degree or equivalent 4-year degree.
• GS-7 requires specialized experience or advanced education.
• GS-9 requires either specialized experience or higher-level graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Detain or arrest suspects and enforce related regulations.
• Work at border locations to prevent illegal entry and contraband smuggling.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applications for Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs). CBP is a federal agency employing thousands of law enforcement personnel to secure U.S.

borders from terrorism, illicit trafficking, and illegal entry. Positions are full-time, with possible recruitment incentives and a path from GS-5 to GS-12, depending on qualifications. Initial base salaries vary by grade, with overtime potential and comprehensive benefits.