Border Protection Officer: Field Inspections & Compliance

Jobtome; Carthage (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple duty locations.

The role offers competitive base pay, federal benefits, leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, with recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year under a multi-location program. Appointments span GS-5 to GS-9 levels, with base salary ranging from $41,863 to $127,464 per year.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a conferred bachelor's degree or equivalent
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience or advanced education or a combination of both
• GS-9 allows various combinations including higher education or graduate level education

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
• Oversee flow of legitimate trade and travel
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment & decision making

Inspection skills

Legal knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Graduate degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple duty locations.

The role offers competitive base pay, federal benefits, leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, with recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year under a multi-location program. Appointments span GS-5 to GS-9 levels, with base salary ranging from $41,863 to $127,464 per year.