Entry-Level CBP Officer: Border Protection

Jobtome; Agate (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Overtime pay

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). This federal role offers base pay across GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 grades with potential for advancement to GS-11/12, plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

Locations are nationwide with prioritized duty postings and recruitment incentives. Selected candidates will perform inspections, enforce immigration and customs laws, and safeguard the nation's borders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education; combination of experience and education acceptable.
• Minimum of 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4 level.
• Ability to learn, apply a body of facts, and interact with the public.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances; determine admissibility to the U.S.
• Promote lawful travel and trade; prevent illegal entry and contraband.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Decision making

Public interaction

Interviews and screenings

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 across GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 grades with potential for advancement to GS-11/12, plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive benefits.

Locations are nationwide with prioritized duty postings and recruitment incentives. Selected candidates will perform inspections, enforce immigration and customs laws, and safeguard the nation's borders.