Border Protection Officer – Federal LEO on the Front Lines

Jobtome; Hardwick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers play a critical role in protecting the nation’s borders. The position offers career stability, robust federal benefits, and potential incentives for prioritized duty locations.

The role spans enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws with opportunities for advancement across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels. Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime potential and comprehensive retirement options.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a conferred bachelor's degree.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education, or combination with education substitution.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience at next lower level or graduate degree, or combination with education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Oversee flow of legitimate trade and travel at the border.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband through inspections and enforcement.

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Risk assessment

Interviewing skills

Observation & inspections

De-escalation & enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers play a critical role in protecting the nation’s borders. The position offers career stability, robust federal benefits, and potential incentives for prioritized duty locations.

The role spans enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws with opportunities for advancement across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels. Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime potential and comprehensive retirement options.