Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Trade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Starksboro (VT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Health, dental and other insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce laws at entry points and protect national security. The role includes inspecting people and cargo, enforcing trade and travel rules, and detaining violators when required.

Selected candidates enjoy federal benefits, may receive location incentives and undergo training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center after hire.

Qualifications

• Conferred bachelor's degree or completion of a 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelor's with superior academic achievement (SAA) based on class standing or GPA; may require graduate-level work.
• Conferred master's degree or higher, or two years of graduate study with experience.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to ensure compliance and security.
• Employ observational techniques and review documents to identify risks and enforce laws.
• Perform inspections at border ports and temporary screening for entry and immigration status.
• Detain violators and pursue appropriate enforcement actions as needed.
• Enforce laws related to importing/exporting and international shipping to secure the U.S.
• Conduct interviews to obtain information for determining appropriate action.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce laws at entry points and protect national security. The role includes inspecting people and cargo, enforcing trade and travel rules, and detaining violators when required.

Selected candidates enjoy federal benefits, may receive location incentives and undergo training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center after hire.