Entry-Level Federal Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Lawton (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Health, dental, retirement benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers to enforce laws at U.S. borders.

Roles include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture regulations, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and deciding admissibility for entry, with a focus on preventing illegal entries and contraband. Salary ranges by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) and potential overtime up to $45,000 exist, plus a benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years of general experience or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience or graduate education.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level.

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 of individuals and prohibited goods and contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers to enforce laws at U.S. borders.

Roles include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture regulations, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and deciding admissibility for entry, with a focus on preventing illegal entries and contraband. Salary ranges by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) and potential overtime up to $45,000 exist, plus a benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.