Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Federal LEO Career

Jobtome; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives up to $15,000/year

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applicants for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role across multiple duty locations in the United States. The position offers federal benefits, base pay at GS-5/7/9 levels, and opportunities for advancement to GS-11/12, plus overtime incentives.

Qualified candidates may have a degree or relevant public safety experience. Responsibilities include enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 entry points with promotion potential to GS-11/GS-12.
• One year specialized experience or a combination of experience and education for higher grades.
• Citizenship, residency, and age requirements typical for CBP officers.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to assess admissibility.
• Determine entry eligibility and prevent illegal entry or smuggling.

Skills

Law enforcement basics

Inspection techniques

Interviews & questioning

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applicants for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role across multiple duty locations in the United States. The position offers federal benefits, base pay at GS-5/7/9 levels, and opportunities for advancement to GS-11/12, plus overtime incentives.

Qualified candidates may have a degree or relevant public safety experience. Responsibilities include enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and