Entry-Level Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; New Limerick (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000/€

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers across multiple GS grades. You will enforce customs, immigration, and related laws, conduct inspections, and determine eligibility for entry.

Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime eligibility and generous federal benefits. A prioritized location incentive program can add up to $15,000 per year under specific terms.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility criteria with education or experience
• Ability to perform inspections and enforce laws at borders
• Knowledge of CBP processes and procedures
• Familiarity with rights of entry and enforcement actions

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
• Determine admissibility of entrants into the United States
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Skills

CBP knowledge and procedures

Inspection and enforcement

Decision making under pressure

Interviews and questioning

Admissibility determinations

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers across multiple GS grades. You will enforce customs, immigration, and related laws, conduct inspections, and determine eligibility for entry.

Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime eligibility and generous federal benefits. A prioritized location incentive program can add up to $15,000 per year under specific terms.