Entry-Level CBP Officer: Protect Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Aurelia (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Federal benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at GS-5/7/9 levels across locations in the United States. You will enforce customs, immigration, and related laws at borders, conduct inspections, and determine admissibility while supporting national security.

The position offers competitive base pay, federal benefits, paid leave, and potential recruitment incentives for prioritized duty locations, with promotion potential to higher grades.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 qualification criteria include education or combination of experience and education.
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to conduct inspections and determinations for entry into the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Detain or apprehend individuals when required and enforce related laws.
• Support border security and national safety objectives.

Skills

CBP laws and regulations

Law enforcement procedures

Interviewing and questioning

Risk assessment and threat evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at GS-5/7/9 levels across locations in the United States. You will enforce customs, immigration, and related laws at borders, conduct inspections, and determine admissibility while supporting national security.

The position offers competitive base pay, federal benefits, paid leave, and potential recruitment incentives for prioritized duty locations, with promotion potential to higher grades.