Entry-Level CBP Officer: Safeguard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Hawaii; 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) with opportunities at GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels. The role involves enforcing border, immigration, and trade laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility of entrants into the United States.

Recruitment incentives apply and promotions to GS-11/GS-12 are possible. Benefits include health and dental insurance, generous leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
• 1 year of specialized experience or equivalent for GS-7; or combination of experience and education.
• U.S. citizenship and residency requirements for CBPO positions.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws 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 illegal entry of individuals and contraband.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Border inspections

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) with opportunities at GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels. The role involves enforcing border, immigration, and trade laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility of entrants into the United States.

Recruitment incentives apply and promotions to GS-11/GS-12 are possible. Benefits include health and dental insurance, generous leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.