Border Protection Officer: Protect Borders & Trade

Jobtome; West Pottsgrove (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) hires Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with potential for promotion to GS-11/12. Base pay ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with up to $45,000 overtime and a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Recruitment incentives may reach up to $15,000 per year under a multi-location incentive program, with a four-year contract option available. Positions require U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a 4-year course in any field leading to a bachelor’s degree may substitute experience.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and learn a body of facts across roles.
• Knowledge of CBP officer processes and law enforcement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws and procedures

Inspection and screening

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) hires Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with potential for promotion to GS-11/12. Base pay ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with up to $45,000 overtime and a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Recruitment incentives may reach up to $15,000 per year under a multi-location incentive program, with a four-year contract option available. Positions require U.S.