Border Protection Officer: Safeguard Borders & Enforce Law

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Hardwick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in multiple duty locations across the United States. These are full-time, entry to mid-level positions where education or prior experience in public safety may qualify.

Base pay varies by grade and location, with additional potential overtime and a robust benefits package. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year are offered with contract requirements.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor’s degree or combination of experience and education.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience at the next grade level or equivalent.
• Promotion potential to GS-11 and GS-12 levels with overtime opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Enforce the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband.

Skills

People skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in multiple duty locations across the United States. These are full-time, entry to mid-level positions where education or prior experience in public safety may qualify.

Base pay varies by grade and location, with additional potential overtime and a robust benefits package. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year are offered with contract requirements.