Entry-Level Border Protection Officer (Federal)

Jobtome; Browning (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan (ROTH 401(k) style)

Paid annual leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the United States is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple GS grades. The role involves enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and ensuring legitimate entry while safeguarding borders.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 annually, with overtime potential and a Thrift Savings Plan. Incentives offer up to $15,000 per year for prioritized locations, plus comprehensive federal benefits and retirement options.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 grade levels require 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Education substitution: conferred bachelor's degree or completion of a full 4-year course of study.
• GS-9 requires specialized experience or higher education or a combination of both.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Apply CBP processes to enforcement and screening at ports of entry.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the United States is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple GS grades. The role involves enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and ensuring legitimate entry while safeguarding borders.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 annually, with overtime potential and a Thrift Savings Plan. Incentives offer up to $15,000 per year for prioritized locations, plus comprehensive federal benefits and retirement options.