Entry-Level Customs & Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Piedmont (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Generous annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure the nation's borders. Roles span enforcing customs, immigration and trade laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility at entry points.

Salary ranges from GS-5 to GS-12 with base pay $41,863 to $127,464 plus overtime and benefits. Selected locations offer recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year for a multi-year service commitment.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 grade levels require either education or experience in public safety or law enforcement.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply for U.S. government positions.
• Successful completion of the CBP academy is required after hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Decision making

Observation skills

Interrogation/ interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure the nation's borders. Roles span enforcing customs, immigration and trade laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility at entry points.

Salary ranges from GS-5 to GS-12 with base pay $41,863 to $127,464 plus overtime and benefits. Selected locations offer recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year for a multi-year service commitment.