Entry-Level Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career

Jobtome; Whitefield (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. Positions offer competitive base pay, overtime potential, federal benefits, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Multiple duty locations and a strong recruitment incentive are available to new appointees. Selected candidates will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect travelers and goods, and determine admissibility for entry to the United States.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor’s degree or combination.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or higher education substitution.
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or advanced degree or combination.

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 of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Law enforcement

Public safety

Interviews

Observation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree substitution

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. Positions offer competitive base pay, overtime potential, federal benefits, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Multiple duty locations and a strong recruitment incentive are available to new appointees. Selected candidates will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect travelers and goods, and determine admissibility for entry to the United States.