CBP Officer: Start a Career Securing Our Borders

Jobtome; Town of Newfane (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for multiple duty locations, including New York. Positions span GS-5 to GS-9 with promotion potential to GS-11/12.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply for prioritized locations, with a four-year contract option.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of general experience or a bachelor's degree or a combination thereof.
• Applicable knowledge of CBP laws and regulations and basic law enforcement principles.
• Ability to apply a body of facts and make quick, accurate decisions in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and contraband smuggling.

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Inspection procedures

Decision making under pressure

Risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for multiple duty locations, including New York. Positions span GS-5 to GS-9 with promotion potential to GS-11/12.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply for prioritized locations, with a four-year contract option.