Entry-Level Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Madrid (IA); 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) at multiple GS levels across the United States. The role involves enforcing laws at borders, inspecting persons and goods, and determining admissibility for entry.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential overtime up to $45,000; federal benefits include health, leave, and Thrift Savings Plan. Incentives up to $15,000 annually may apply for prioritized locations with binding

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience, 1 year at GS-4 or equivalent.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education option.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade or advanced education.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple GS levels across the United States. The role involves enforcing laws at borders, inspecting persons and goods, and determining admissibility for entry.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential overtime up to $45,000; federal benefits include health, leave, and Thrift Savings Plan. Incentives up to $15,000 annually may apply for prioritized locations with binding