Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Secure Our Borders

Jobtome; Cloverdale (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce laws at borders and ports of entry, with entry- to mid-level opportunities.

Roles include inspections, admissibility determinations, and protection of the nation's trade and travel; positions span GS-5 to GS-9 with promotion potential. Selections may include prioritized duty locations and recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under contract terms.

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 levels with promotion potential to GS-11/GS-12.
• Education substitution allows a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply to eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Managing risk and ensuring lawful processing of travelers and goods.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Public safety experience

Interrogation/inspection skills

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce laws at borders and ports of entry, with entry- to mid-level opportunities.

Roles include inspections, admissibility determinations, and protection of the nation's trade and travel; positions span GS-5 to GS-9 with promotion potential. Selections may include prioritized duty locations and recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under contract terms.