Border Protection Officer: Frontline Federal LEO

Jobtome; Fletcher (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to protect the nation’s borders and enforce laws governing travel and trade. The role covers inspections, admissibility decisions, and preventing illegal entry, with placement across multiple duty locations.

The position offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, generous leave, and recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under specific assignments and contracts.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility includes education or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts; eligibility through education or combined experience.
• Completion of training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center after hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of people and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry, smuggling of contraband, and illicit goods.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Inspection & screening

Immigration/trade rules

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent 4-year program

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to protect the nation’s borders and enforce laws governing travel and trade. The role covers inspections, admissibility decisions, and preventing illegal entry, with placement across multiple duty locations.

The position offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, generous leave, and recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under specific assignments and contracts.