Entry-Level Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career

Jobtome; South Burlington (VT); 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) to safeguard the nation’s borders. The role spans enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry.

Opportunities exist at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with potential for advancement. Recruitment incentives may apply. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is part of the process.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Experience or substitution options for GS-5/7/9 levels.
• Ability to make quick, lawful decisions at the border.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspect persons and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Work at designated duty locations and support border security.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment & decision making

Import/export control

Primary inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

4-year degree option for substitution

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to safeguard the nation’s borders. The role spans enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry.

Opportunities exist at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with potential for advancement. Recruitment incentives may apply. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is part of the process.