Entry-Level Border Protection Officer – Federal Law Enforcement

Adzuna; Ferndale (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Recruitment incentive

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers are responsible for enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws at points of entry to the United States. Officers inspect people and vehicles, determine admissibility, and help safeguard travel and trade while preventing illegal entry, drugs, and contraband.

Base pay varies by grade, with overtime eligibility and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may accompany final offers in prioritized locations,

Qualifications

• 3 years of general experience or a bachelor’s degree or combination thereof as eligible for GS-5.
• Specialized experience and education options exist for GS-7 and GS-9 including law enforcement and immigration knowledge.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply; federal employment benefits and training provided.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Promote lawful travel and trade while preventing illegal entry and contraband.

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers are responsible for enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws at points of entry to the United States. Officers inspect people and vehicles, determine admissibility, and help safeguard travel and trade while preventing illegal entry, drugs, and contraband.

Base pay varies by grade, with overtime eligibility and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may accompany final offers in prioritized locations,