CBP Officer: Federal Border Security & Inspections

Jobtome; Felts Mills (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay up to $45,000/year

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000/​

Full federal benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple GS grades. Responsibilities include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility.

The role offers federal benefits, overtime opportunities, and a structured career path with potential incentives. Positions require U.S. citizenship, residency, and either related experience or a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility criteria including education or experience.
• Ability to perform inspections, determine admissibility, and enforce laws.
• Participation in required training and meeting citizenship/residency rules.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for eligibility and security.
• Determine admissibility of entrants into the United States.
• Prevent smuggling and prohibited goods and contraband.

Skills

Judgment and decision making

Observation and inspection

Federal law enforcement knowledge

People skills

Geopolitical awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

CBP procedures

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across multiple GS grades. Responsibilities include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility.

The role offers federal benefits, overtime opportunities, and a structured career path with potential incentives. Positions require U.S. citizenship, residency, and either related experience or a bachelor’s degree.