Entry-Level Customs & Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Hauula (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual/sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across various grades. The role offers challenging law enforcement duties, with a pathway from GS-5 to GS-9 levels, flexible incentives, and strong federal benefits including health and retirement plans.

Work locations include priority duty stations with potential for overtime pay and a Thrift Savings Plan. Applicants must meet citizenship, residency, and age requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to conduct inspections and determine admissibility.
• Strong judgment and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CBP laws & regs

Interviews & questioning

Risk assessment

Decision making

Inspections & enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across various grades. The role offers challenging law enforcement duties, with a pathway from GS-5 to GS-9 levels, flexible incentives, and strong federal benefits including health and retirement plans.

Work locations include priority duty stations with potential for overtime pay and a Thrift Savings Plan. Applicants must meet citizenship, residency, and age requirements.