Border Protection Officer: Safeguard Borders & Trade

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a nationwide program. The role offers base pay at GS-5/GS-7 levels with opportunities for advancement to GS-11/GS-12, along with competitive federal benefits and potential overtime pay.

Incentives include up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service contract. Duty locations span across many states, with relocation possible based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4; OR a conferred bachelor's degree; OR a combination of experience and education.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience at next lower grade with duties including inspections and applying laws.
• Combination of experience and education is acceptable for GS-5/7.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Assess the admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and trafficking of contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course leading to a bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a nationwide program. The role offers base pay at GS-5/GS-7 levels with opportunities for advancement to GS-11/GS-12, along with competitive federal benefits and potential overtime pay.

Incentives include up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service contract. Duty locations span across many states, with relocation possible based on operational needs.