Entry-Level CBP Officer: Safeguard Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; Antwerp (OH); 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 join a federal law enforcement team. Roles include enforcing customs/immigration laws, inspecting persons and goods, and assessing admissibility at entry points. Positions are full-time, with career advancement and strong benefits.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential for overtime pay and recruitment incentives. Locations are nationwide, with relocation and training provided.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor's degree, or combination of experience and education.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education or combination thereof.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade or advanced degree or combination thereof.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Public safety experience

Law enforcement knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a federal law enforcement team. Roles include enforcing customs/immigration laws, inspecting persons and goods, and assessing admissibility at entry points. Positions are full-time, with career advancement and strong benefits.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential for overtime pay and recruitment incentives. Locations are nationwide, with relocation and training provided.