Border Protection Officer — Secure Borders & Enforce Trade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Republic (PA); 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) across multiple grades. This federal agency provides career stability, competitive base pay, health and dental plans, and a robust retirement program.

CBPOs serve to secure the nation’s borders and support lawful travel and trade. Roles span GS-5 to GS-12 with potential for overtime, and a recruitment incentive of up to $15,000 per year for prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade, including inspections, observation, and applying laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons, documents, and goods for criminal activity and fraud.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.; prevent illegal entry and contraband.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple grades. This federal agency provides career stability, competitive base pay, health and dental plans, and a robust retirement program.

CBPOs serve to secure the nation’s borders and support lawful travel and trade. Roles span GS-5 to GS-12 with potential for overtime, and a recruitment incentive of up to $15,000 per year for prioritized locations.