Entry-Level Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000/年

3- or 4-year service contracts

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks entry- to mid-level Customs and Border Protection Officers across multiple grades. The role offers base pay ranges from GS-5 to GS-12, with overtime potential and comprehensive federal benefits.

Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with 3- or 4-year contracts and a variety of duty locations nationwide, reflecting CBP's mission to secure borders and ensure lawful travel and trade.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions.
• Experience performing inspections of persons, documents or goods.
• Eligibility for GS-5/7/9/12 levels with education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determining eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Judgment under pressure

Inspections at borders

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks entry- to mid-level Customs and Border Protection Officers across multiple grades. The role offers base pay ranges from GS-5 to GS-12, with overtime potential and comprehensive federal benefits.

Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with 3- or 4-year contracts and a variety of duty locations nationwide, reflecting CBP's mission to secure borders and ensure lawful travel and trade.