Federal Border Protection Officer: Safeguard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Hawaii; On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Leave program

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). Roles span entry to mid-level, with education or prior public safety experience qualifying candidates. Competitive base pay, broad federal benefits, and retention incentives accompany a secure civil service path.

Start at GS-5/7/9 levels with potential promotion to higher grades and overtime opportunities. Prioritized locations may offer incentive awards per year under a multi-location program.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor’s degree.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience or graduate education.
• GS-9 allows a combination of experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for compliance and risk.
• Determine admissibility of entrants into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Judgment & decision making

Observation & interviewing

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). Roles span entry to mid-level, with education or prior public safety experience qualifying candidates. Competitive base pay, broad federal benefits, and retention incentives accompany a secure civil service path.

Start at GS-5/7/9 levels with potential promotion to higher grades and overtime opportunities. Prioritized locations may offer incentive awards per year under a multi-location program.