CBP Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Travel

Jobtome; Alsen (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to help secure the nation’s borders. Offers full-time, entry- to mid-level positions with competitive base pay and federal benefits.

Incentives are available, including overtime and location-based recruitment bonuses, with a structured progression through GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades. Initial salaries vary by grade, with potential for promotions to GS-11 and GS-12.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education or a combination.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience or higher graduate education or combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Judgment & decision-making

Interrogation & interviewing

Detention & arrest procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to help secure the nation’s borders. Offers full-time, entry- to mid-level positions with competitive base pay and federal benefits.

Incentives are available, including overtime and location-based recruitment bonuses, with a structured progression through GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades. Initial salaries vary by grade, with potential for promotions to GS-11 and GS-12.