Border Security Officer — Federal LEO Career

Jobtome; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer cadre. The agency offers base pay within GS-5 to GS-12 progression, with opportunities for overtime and a robust benefits package.

Recruitments incentives up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized duty locations, under a multi-year service commitment. Opportunities exist at multiple duty locations from GS-5 entry through GS-12 leadership

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor's degree.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate education.
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Determine the admissibility of individuals for entry.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws and procedures

Decision making under pressure

Interviews & questioning

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer cadre. The agency offers base pay within GS-5 to GS-12 progression, with opportunities for overtime and a robust benefits package.

Recruitments incentives up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized duty locations, under a multi-year service commitment. Opportunities exist at multiple duty locations from GS-5 entry through GS-12 leadership