Entry-Level Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Parkman (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid annual and sick leave

Retirement plan (ROTH 401(k) style)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce immigration, customs and trade laws at U.S. ports of entry.

Positions span GS-5 to GS-12 with promotion potential, offering comprehensive federal benefits and overtime options. Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under location-based offers, with multi-location postings nationwide.

Qualifications

• CBP Officer qualifications include GS-5/7/9 grade eligibility based on experience or education.
• Experience or education substitutions can qualify for entry-level roles.
• Knowledge of inspections and enforcement procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility and compliance.
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.
• Support enforcement and security objectives at borders.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Decision making under pressure

Inspection techniques

Interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce immigration, customs and trade laws at U.S. ports of entry.

Positions span GS-5 to GS-12 with promotion potential, offering comprehensive federal benefits and overtime options. Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under location-based offers, with multi-location postings nationwide.