Entry-Level Border Protection Officer | Federal LEO

Jobtome; Lindford (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Federal employee benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs). The role supports enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and determining admissibility at U.S.

entry points. Positions span GS-5/7/9 with retention incentives and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment emphasizes eligibility for multiple grades and potential for career progression, including overtime pay and a strong Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
• A combination of general experience and education is acceptable.
• 3 years of general experience, 1 year at GS-4 or equivalent, to qualify for the GS-5 level.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Manage flow of legitimate trade and travel and prevent illegal entry or smuggling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment & decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs). The role supports enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and determining admissibility at U.S.

entry points. Positions span GS-5/7/9 with retention incentives and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment emphasizes eligibility for multiple grades and potential for career progression, including overtime pay and a strong Thrift Savings Plan.