Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Federal LEO Path

Jobtome; Crosby Township (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Generous leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). This federal role offers base pay at GS-5/7/9 grades with promotion potential to GS-11/12, plus benefits and incentive opportunities.

Newly appointed CBPOs may receive up to $15,000 per year in recruitment incentives under a three- or four-year service contract, with prioritized locations listed for incentives.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility and compliance.
• Determine the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Public safety

Decision making

Observation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). This federal role offers base pay at GS-5/7/9 grades with promotion potential to GS-11/12, plus benefits and incentive opportunities.

Newly appointed CBPOs may receive up to $15,000 per year in recruitment incentives under a three- or four-year service contract, with prioritized locations listed for incentives.