Entry-Level Border Protection Officer (CBPO)

Jobtome; Essex (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid annual leave

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to secure the nation’s borders. Positions include entry and mid-level openings with base pay aligned to GS-5, GS-7 or GS-9 grades and potential promotion to GS-11/GS-12.

Overtime pay of up to $45,000 is available; comprehensive federal benefits apply. Newly appointed officers may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with a 3- or 4-year service contract, depending on location.

Qualifications

• GS-5 grade requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, or relevant experience.
• GS-7/GS-9 also require specialized experience or graduate education as described in the announcement.
• Candidates must meet citizenship, residency and age requirements.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel and prevent illegal activities.

Skills

Public interaction skills

Inspection and inquiry

Legal and regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to secure the nation’s borders. Positions include entry and mid-level openings with base pay aligned to GS-5, GS-7 or GS-9 grades and potential promotion to GS-11/GS-12.

Overtime pay of up to $45,000 is available; comprehensive federal benefits apply. Newly appointed officers may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with a 3- or 4-year service contract, depending on location.