Entry-Level Border Protection Officer

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring CBPOs at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. This federal role offers base pay, extensive benefits, and potential recruitment incentives. Opportunities span entry to mid-career paths across multiple duty locations.

The position emphasizes law enforcement duties at the border, inspections, admissibility decisions, and preventing illegal activities. Qualified applicants may receive substantial incentive packages with multi-year contracts.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor’s degree or a combination thereof.
• Eligibility to apply for GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 with federal service eligibility.
• Citizenship and residency requirements as stated.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Law enforcement procedures

Decision making under pressure

Interviews & questioning

Criminal investigations basics

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring CBPOs at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. This federal role offers base pay, extensive benefits, and potential recruitment incentives. Opportunities span entry to mid-career paths across multiple duty locations.

The position emphasizes law enforcement duties at the border, inspections, admissibility decisions, and preventing illegal activities. Qualified applicants may receive substantial incentive packages with multi-year contracts.