Entry-Level Border Protection Officer | Federal LEO

Jobtome; Felts Mills (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

The position offers base pay across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades with potential for advancement to GS-11/GS-12, plus federal benefits. Recruitment incentives can be up to $15,000 annually with multi-year service commitments.

Qualifications

• KSAOs required include knowledge of CBP laws and regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections, make determinations on entry, and apply safety and security protocols.
• Capable of conducting interviews and assessing risk in border environments.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Manage risk and prevent smuggling and illegal activity at points of entry.

Skills

CBP regulations knowledge

Decision making

Investigative ability

Interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

The position offers base pay across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades with potential for advancement to GS-11/GS-12, plus federal benefits. Recruitment incentives can be up to $15,000 annually with multi-year service commitments.