Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Denmark (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role. The agency offers entry- and mid-level positions with base pay across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades and potential overtime benefits.

It emphasizes vigilance, service, and integrity in protecting borders. Selected officers may be assigned to a variety of duty locations across the United States, with a strong benefits program including health, leave, and Thrift Savings

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years of general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor's degree or equivalent, or a combination of experience and education.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade or a graduate degree with related requirements.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, or a master’s degree or higher, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures; ability to perform inspections and determine eligibility for entry.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Detaining suspected violators and enforcing related laws as part of CBPO duties.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role. The agency offers entry- and mid-level positions with base pay across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades and potential overtime benefits.

It emphasizes vigilance, service, and integrity in protecting borders. Selected officers may be assigned to a variety of duty locations across the United States, with a strong benefits program including health, leave, and Thrift Savings