Border Protection Officer: Safeguard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; West Potsdam (NY); 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 large federal law enforcement fleet. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and deciding admissibility for entry in the United States.

Positions span GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 with potential for advancement to GS-11 and GS-12. Base salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime eligibility and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4 level.
• Education substitution with a 4-year bachelor’s degree.
• Combination of experience and education allowed.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Judgment & decision making

Law enforcement experience

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement fleet. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and deciding admissibility for entry in the United States.

Positions span GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 with potential for advancement to GS-11 and GS-12. Base salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime eligibility and a full benefits package.