Entry-Level CBP Officer: Protect Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Republic (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure the nation’s borders. The role offers progression from GS-5 to GS-12 with competitive base pay, overtime eligibility, and federal benefits.

Officers may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with multi-year service contracts and location prioritization across specified states and border stations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations and procedures.
• Experience in law enforcement or public safety settings is required.
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions and manage inspections.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration and related laws.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances at border entries.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Support enforcement of trade and travel flows.

Skills

CBP laws knowledge

Law enforcement skills

Judgment & decision making

Interviews & questioning

Observational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure the nation’s borders. The role offers progression from GS-5 to GS-12 with competitive base pay, overtime eligibility, and federal benefits.

Officers may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with multi-year service contracts and location prioritization across specified states and border stations.