Border Protection Officer: Guard Borders & Trade

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple locations in the United States. The role involves enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Positions range from entry to mid-level with comprehensive federal benefits, potential overtime, and relocation incentives. A prioritized-location incentive up to $15,000 annually and service-contract options are available.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 grade eligibility based on experience or education.
• U.S. citizenship and residency requirements apply.
• Knowledge of CBP procedures and immigration enforcement operations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals, conveyances, and determine admissibility into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of goods; uphold lawful travel and trade.
• Apply Federal law enforcement techniques and risk-based decision making.
• Participate in ongoing training at the FLETC and perform duties per agency policy.

Skills

CBP laws knowledge

Interrogation techniques

Document inspection

Observation skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple locations in the United States. The role involves enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Positions range from entry to mid-level with comprehensive federal benefits, potential overtime, and relocation incentives. A prioritized-location incentive up to $15,000 annually and service-contract options are available.