Entry-Level CBP Officer: Start a National Security Career

Jobtome; Geers Corners (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Overtime pay

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with opportunities for promotion to GS-11/12.

The salary varies by grade, from about $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime eligibility and comprehensive benefits. Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service contract and relocation options to prioritized duty locations across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• General experience and/or education substitutions per GS-5/7/9.
• Ability to meet and deal with people; learn and apply regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel and prevent illegal entries.
• Deter smuggling and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

CBP laws & regs knowledge

Judgment & decision making

Interpersonal skills

Citizenship requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with opportunities for promotion to GS-11/12.

The salary varies by grade, from about $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime eligibility and comprehensive benefits. Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year with a multi-year service contract and relocation options to prioritized duty locations across the U.S.