Federal Border Protection Officer: Protect, Inspect, Enforce

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Vanceboro (ME)

On-site

USD 41,863 - 112,415

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000
Overtime pay up to $45,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks new CBPOs for entry-level positions across multiple duty locations. You will enforce laws, inspect travelers and goods, and support the security and economic vitality of the United States.

The role offers strong federal benefits, a clear career ladder (GS-5 to GS-12), and competitive base pay with location incentives up to $15,000 yearly plus overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship and residency requirements must be met.
  • Bachelor's degree or completion of full four-year course of study.
  • GS-7 requires one year of specialized experience or graduate education.
  • Pre-employment training, including CBP Academy, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
  • Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
  • Determining admissibility of individuals for entry.
  • Preventing illegal entry of people and contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks new CBPOs for entry-level positions across multiple duty locations. You will enforce laws, inspect travelers and goods, and support the security and economic vitality of the United States.

The role offers strong federal benefits, a clear career ladder (GS-5 to GS-12), and competitive base pay with location incentives up to $15,000 yearly plus overtime opportunities.

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