Entry-Level CBP Officer: Safeguard Borders & Travel

Jobtome; Barnet (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, manage entry admissibility, and prevent illegal entry and smuggling.

Positions range from GS-5 to GS-9 with potential for advancement to GS-11/12, based on location and qualifications. The role offers base pay, federal benefits, generous leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 eligibility based on experience or education.
• Education: conferred bachelor’s degree or full 4-year course of study.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Enforce the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Interviewing and questioning

Judgment and decision making

Observation and inspection

CBP procedures knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, manage entry admissibility, and prevent illegal entry and smuggling.

Positions range from GS-5 to GS-9 with potential for advancement to GS-11/12, based on location and qualifications. The role offers base pay, federal benefits, generous leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.