Entry-Level Federal LEO: Start Your Border Security Career

Jobtome; Cabot (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 level across the United States. This federal role offers competitive base pay, overtime potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Selections include incentives: up to $15,000 per year with multi-year service contracts, plus health/dental insurance, annual and sick leave, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Duty locations span nationwide to secure borders and enforce laws.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4; education substitution possible with bachelor degree.
• GS-7: 1 year of specialized experience at next lower grade or graduate education options; combination allowed.
• GS-9: 1 year of specialized experience at next lower grade or advanced education/combination allowed.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances at borders.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Prevent smuggling and entry of prohibited goods.

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at the GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 level across the United States. This federal role offers competitive base pay, overtime potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Selections include incentives: up to $15,000 per year with multi-year service contracts, plus health/dental insurance, annual and sick leave, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Duty locations span nationwide to secure borders and enforce laws.