Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Stanwood (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applicants for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role across the United States. This federal law enforcement career offers solid base pay, strong benefits, and long-term job stability, with incentives for prioritized duty locations.

Selected candidates may start at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels, with potential for advancement to GS-11/12. In addition to competitive salary, CBPOs enjoy retirement benefits and paid leave under

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience, or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate education or a combination.
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate degree or a combination of both. The roles require knowledge of border security, inspections and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Detain or arrest violators and enforce border protection procedures.
• Coordinate inspections and enforce travel and trade compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate education

Job description

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applicants for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role across the United States. This federal law enforcement career offers solid base pay, strong benefits, and long-term job stability, with incentives for prioritized duty locations.

Selected candidates may start at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels, with potential for advancement to GS-11/12. In addition to competitive salary, CBPOs enjoy retirement benefits and paid leave under