Federal Border Protection Officer: Enforce Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Valier (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple grades. This role protects borders by enforcing laws, performing inspections, and determining entry admissibility. It offers strong federal benefits, potential overtime, and a path from GS-5 to GS-12 with promotion potential.

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply with location preference and service contracts, along with comprehensive health, retirement, and leave benefits.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility with education or experience.
• Ability to inspect persons, documents, and goods.
• Citizenship and residency requirements for CBPO roles.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regs.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine eligibility for entry to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement

Judgment & decision-making

Interrogation techniques

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year course

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple grades. This role protects borders by enforcing laws, performing inspections, and determining entry admissibility. It offers strong federal benefits, potential overtime, and a path from GS-5 to GS-12 with promotion potential.

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply with location preference and service contracts, along with comprehensive health, retirement, and leave benefits.