Border Security Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

Customs and Border Protection; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for the CBPO career. This full-time federal law enforcement position offers competitive base pay, excellent benefits, and career stability.

Placements span GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 with promotion potential to GS-11/12, plus recruitment incentives in selected locations. Duties include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws; inspecting individuals and conveyances; determining admissibility; and preventing illegal entries.

Qualifications

• Experience with inspections and enforcement duties is expected.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and colleagues.
• Willingness to relocate or work at multiple duty locations within the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of entrants into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.
• Promoting legitimate trade and travel safety.

Skills

CBP laws and procedures

Public safety mindset

Inspection skills

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for the CBPO career. This full-time federal law enforcement position offers competitive base pay, excellent benefits, and career stability.

Placements span GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 with promotion potential to GS-11/12, plus recruitment incentives in selected locations. Duties include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws; inspecting individuals and conveyances; determining admissibility; and preventing illegal entries.