Border Protection Officer — Secure Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in entry and mid-career grades (GS-5/7/9) with promotion potential to GS-11/12.

Base salary varies by grade, with overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year are offered with multi-year service contracts and prioritized duty locations across many states.

Qualifications

• Experience and education pathways to GS-5/7/9 positions are described, including education substitution with a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong understanding of CBP rules, regulations, and enforcement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel and prevent illegal entries.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement methods

Judgment & decision making

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in entry and mid-career grades (GS-5/7/9) with promotion potential to GS-11/12.

Base salary varies by grade, with overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year are offered with multi-year service contracts and prioritized duty locations across many states.