Entry-Level CBP Officer: Federal LEO Career

Jobtome; Milton (MA); 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 customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conduct inspections, and determine admissibility of entrants. Opportunities span GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels with potential for advancement and extensive federal benefits.

Starting salaries vary by grade—GS-5 to GS-9—with overtime eligibility up to $45,000. Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 annually may apply with multi-year contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience or education meeting GS-5/7/9 requirements.
• Education substitution allows a bachelor's degree.
• Combination of experience and education accepted.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility for entry.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling.

Skills

CBP laws & regs knowledge

Inspection techniques

Detention and apprehension basics

Public safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conduct inspections, and determine admissibility of entrants. Opportunities span GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels with potential for advancement and extensive federal benefits.

Starting salaries vary by grade—GS-5 to GS-9—with overtime eligibility up to $45,000. Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 annually may apply with multi-year contracts.