Border Protection Officer — Safeguard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Harmony (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. CBPOs perform inspections, enforce customs and immigration laws, and determine admissibility at U.S. entry points.

Hiring is for full-time, entry to mid-level roles with competitive base pay and federal benefits, plus recruitment incentives for prioritized locations. Promotions potential from GS-5/7 to GS-11/12 are indicated.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor’s degree.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience or a relevant advanced degree or combination.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience or advanced degree or combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and related laws.
• Inspect persons, documents, and conveyances at entry points.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband through enforcement actions.
• Promote safety and integrity in border operations.

Skills

CBP laws & procedures

Judgment & decision-making

Interrogation & inspection

Security & risk assessment

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Education substitution (GPA/4-year course)

Graduate degree substitution ( GS-9 )

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. CBPOs perform inspections, enforce customs and immigration laws, and determine admissibility at U.S. entry points.

Hiring is for full-time, entry to mid-level roles with competitive base pay and federal benefits, plus recruitment incentives for prioritized locations. Promotions potential from GS-5/7 to GS-11/12 are indicated.