Entry-Level Border Protection Officer (Federal LEO)

Jobtome; Waitsfield (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is recruiting Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple GS levels. Starting salaries range by grade, with overtime potential and comprehensive federal benefits.

Shortlisted candidates may receive location-based recruitment incentives and will undergo rigorous federal training after selection. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and ensuring legitimate travel and trade

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility as outlined, with education or relevant experience.
• Citizenship, residency, and age rules for federal service.
• Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensuring the flow of legitimate travel and trade while preventing illegal entry.

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Law enforcement procedures

Rapid decision making

Interviews & questioning

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is recruiting Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple GS levels. Starting salaries range by grade, with overtime potential and comprehensive federal benefits.

Shortlisted candidates may receive location-based recruitment incentives and will undergo rigorous federal training after selection. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and ensuring legitimate travel and trade