Border Protection Officer: Frontline Immigration & Trade Enforcer

Jobtome; Moose River (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks to hire Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to protect the nation’s borders. The role includes enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting persons and vehicles, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Incentives and a robust benefits package accompany the base pay. Positions are full-time with potential overtime and a range of locations, including prioritized duty stations.

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 eligibility based on experience and/or education.
• Education substitution allows a full 4-year degree.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for higher grades.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine entry eligibility for the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Judgment and decision making

Interpersonal interaction

Observational skills

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks to hire Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to protect the nation’s borders. The role includes enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting persons and vehicles, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Incentives and a robust benefits package accompany the base pay. Positions are full-time with potential overtime and a range of locations, including prioritized duty stations.