Border Protection Officer: Field Inspector & Enforcer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Barton (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Annual leave

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Recruitment incentive

Overtime pay

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers to enforce immigration, customs, and agriculture laws at U.S. borders.

Positions are available at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 with potential promotion to GS-11/12. Prioritized locations offer strong federal benefits and competitive base pay. Commissioned officers receive comprehensive training, health and retirement benefits, and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement is considered.
• Ability to apply laws and regulations at border entries.
• Strong observational and decision-making skills required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances at border locations.
• Determine admissibility of persons entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband smuggling.

Skills

People interaction

Observation skills

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers to enforce immigration, customs, and agriculture laws at U.S. borders.

Positions are available at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 with potential promotion to GS-11/12. Prioritized locations offer strong federal benefits and competitive base pay. Commissioned officers receive comprehensive training, health and retirement benefits, and overtime opportunities.