Federal Border Security & Trade Compliance Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Barton (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce.

The role involves enforcing immigration, customs, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and assessing admissibility for entry into the United States. This position offers base pay across GS-5 to GS-12 levels with clear promotion potential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities tied to duty locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• 3 years general experience, with 1 year at GS-4 level, or a bachelor’s degree.
• Education substitution allows a bachelor’s degree to qualify.
• Combination of experience and education considered.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Prevent illegal entry of persons and prohibited goods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce.

The role involves enforcing immigration, customs, and agriculture laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and assessing admissibility for entry into the United States. This position offers base pay across GS-5 to GS-12 levels with clear promotion potential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities tied to duty locations nationwide.