Entry-Level Border Enforcement Officer

Jobtome; Danforth (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for entry- and mid-level positions nationwide. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Join a large federal agency with strong benefits and career stability. Recruitment incentives exist for prioritized duty locations, plus overtime potential and a robust Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5, GS-7 or GS-9 qualification paths described with education or experience.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and learn a body of facts.
• Combination of experience and education allowed for qualification.

Responsibilities

• Enforce immigration, customs, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensure the lawful flow of travel and trade while deterring smuggling and illegal activity.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Inspection procedures

Interviews & observation

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for entry- and mid-level positions nationwide. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Join a large federal agency with strong benefits and career stability. Recruitment incentives exist for prioritized duty locations, plus overtime potential and a robust Thrift Savings Plan.