Entry-Level Border Protection Officer – Federal LEO

Jobtome; Blackhawk (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple grades with competitive federal pay and strong benefits.

The role includes enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and ensuring only admissible individuals enter the United States. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 yearly may apply, with pathways to career advancement.

Qualifications

• Qualifications for GS-5/7/9: education or general/specialized experience.
• Ability to meet people and apply a body of facts to decisions.
• Citizenship and residency requirements plus age considerations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for compliance and risk.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and the smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws

Law enforcement procedures

Interviews & questioning

Risk assessment

Detention & arrest basics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple grades with competitive federal pay and strong benefits.

The role includes enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and ensuring only admissible individuals enter the United States. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 yearly may apply, with pathways to career advancement.