Border Protection Officer - Federal LEO Protecting Trade

Jobtome; Barre (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks officers to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, ensuring the lawful entry of people and goods while safeguarding the nation’s borders.

Roles include inspections, determining admissibility, and preventing illicit activity. Starting salaries vary by grade with substantial benefits, including health, leave, and retirement plans, plus possible recruitment incentives for prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree; education substitution allowed as per policy.
• Experience: GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or equivalent; GS-7/9 have progressive requirements.
• Certification or specialized training related to law enforcement is not required but advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances for admissibility and compliance.
• Deter illegal entry and the smuggling of contraband; apply applicable laws and procedures.

Skills

CBP laws and procedures

Border inspection procedures

Interviewing and questioning

Risk assessment and threat analysis

Rapid decision making under pressure

Self-defense awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks officers to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, ensuring the lawful entry of people and goods while safeguarding the nation’s borders.

Roles include inspections, determining admissibility, and preventing illicit activity. Starting salaries vary by grade with substantial benefits, including health, leave, and retirement plans, plus possible recruitment incentives for prioritized locations.