Entry-Level Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and determining entry admissibility at U.S. borders.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential for overtime pay and a robust benefits package. Incentives up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service contract are available for prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of general experience, 1 year at GS-4 or equivalent.
• Education Substitution: bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of Experience and Education: applicable as described for GS-5/7/9.
• Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of persons, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operation.
• Enforce immigration, customs and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.

Skills

CBP laws knowledge

Law enforcement methods

Judgment and decision-making

Inspection techniques

Arrest and seizure procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Education substitution for GS-5/7/9

Combination of experience and education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and determining entry admissibility at U.S. borders.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential for overtime pay and a robust benefits package. Incentives up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service contract are available for prioritized locations.