Entry-Level CBP Officer — Federal Law Enforcement Career

Jobtome; Oakley (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time, entry- and mid-level roles across the United States. This federal law enforcement career offers competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Duty locations include prioritized sites and standard postings; select a location to receive incentives up to $15,000 per year with a three- or four-year contract. Training at FLETC is included.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4; or a conferred bachelor's degree.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience or graduate education or a combination of both.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience or a master’s degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Rapid judgment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time, entry- and mid-level roles across the United States. This federal law enforcement career offers competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Duty locations include prioritized sites and standard postings; select a location to receive incentives up to $15,000 per year with a three- or four-year contract. Training at FLETC is included.