Border Protection Officer: Protecting Borders & Commerce

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Overtime pay

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at various entry points across the United States. You will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility to the U.S.

You will help safeguard borders while supporting legitimate travel and trade. Training is provided at the FLETC with nationwide placement. Advancement to higher grades is possible (GS-11/12).

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 qualification paths described: degree or experience substitution.
• Ability to perform inspections of persons, documents, and goods.
• Knowledge of immigration, customs, and agriculture laws.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regs.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Facilitate legitimate trade and travel while preventing illegal entry.
• Apply CBP procedures and safety protocols during inspections.
• Participate in duties across multiple border locations as assigned.

Skills

CBP laws & procedures

Inspection techniques

Deterrence & risk assessment

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at various entry points across the United States. You will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility to the U.S.

You will help safeguard borders while supporting legitimate travel and trade. Training is provided at the FLETC with nationwide placement. Advancement to higher grades is possible (GS-11/12).