Entry-Level CBP Officer: Border Security & Travel Control

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Essex (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws at U.S. borders.

Responsibilities include inspecting individuals and conveyances, determining admissibility, and ensuring lawful travel and trade while protecting national security. Opportunities span GS-5 to GS-9 levels with potential promotion to higher grades and a recruitment incentive.

Qualifications

• 3 years of general experience, with 1 year at GS-4 level or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or completion of a full 4-year course from an accredited college/university.
• Combination of experience and education can qualify you for GS-5/7/9 levels.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband, and ensure lawful travel and trade flows.
• Select duty locations within the United States based on operational needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Combination of Experience and Education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws at U.S. borders.

Responsibilities include inspecting individuals and conveyances, determining admissibility, and ensuring lawful travel and trade while protecting national security. Opportunities span GS-5 to GS-9 levels with potential promotion to higher grades and a recruitment incentive.