Entry-Level Border Protection Officer | Federal LEO

Jobtome; Rutherford (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Federal retirement plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) roles across the United States.

The agency offers full-time federal employment with robust benefits and clear pathways from entry to mid-level positions. Selected candidates will join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession, with opportunities for progression and incentives based on location and tenure.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or a bachelor's degree or a combination thereof.
• GS-7: 1 year of specialized experience or graduate education or a combination thereof.
• GS-9: 1 year of specialized experience or graduate degree or combination thereof.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP regulations and procedures

Decision making and judgment

Inspection of persons and goods

Law enforcement fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) roles across the United States.

The agency offers full-time federal employment with robust benefits and clear pathways from entry to mid-level positions. Selected candidates will join the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession, with opportunities for progression and incentives based on location and tenure.