Entry-Level Federal Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Barton (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to join a federal law enforcement team. The role offers base pay with overtime potential and a full benefits package.

Positions are full-time, entry and mid-level with eligibility across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized locations. Applicants must meet education/experience requirements, citizenship rules, and residency requirements;

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• 3+ years of general experience or a qualifying education/combination thereof.
• Eligibility for the GS-5, GS-7 or GS-9 grades is described in the announcement.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Assess risk and determine eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Prevent illegal entry of persons and prohibited goods and contraband.

Skills

Laws and regulations knowledge

Inspection techniques

Risk and threat assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to join a federal law enforcement team. The role offers base pay with overtime potential and a full benefits package.

Positions are full-time, entry and mid-level with eligibility across GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 grades. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized locations. Applicants must meet education/experience requirements, citizenship rules, and residency requirements;