Border Protection Officer — Inspections & Enforcement

Customs and Border Protection; Highgate Springs (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions are available at multiple GS levels (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9) with potential promotion to GS-11/12. The role involves enforcing border laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry to the United States. Highly competitive federal benefits and incentives are offered.

Recruitment incentives can provide up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service commitment, depending on location. Applicants must be U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to learn and apply a body of facts and interact with people.
• Knowledge of inspecting persons and belongings is built into role at border.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility and safety.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of prohibited goods and drugs.

Skills

People skills

Observation skills

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year course

Job description

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions are available at multiple GS levels (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9) with potential promotion to GS-11/12. The role involves enforcing border laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry to the United States. Highly competitive federal benefits and incentives are offered.

Recruitment incentives can provide up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service commitment, depending on location. Applicants must be U.S.