Frontline Border Protection Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Highgate Springs (VT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks officers for positions across the United States. You will perform inspections, intelligence analysis, and enforcement duties at Ports of Entry to detect and prevent threats.

Residency and background requirements apply, with a focus on national security and lawful trade facilitation. The role progresses through GS-09 to GS-12 levels with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in applying observational techniques to assess risk for terrorism or other violations.
• Experience conducting a wide range of record checks using law enforcement databases and systems.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments to support admissibility decisions and security screening.
• Familiarity with non-intrusive technology used in inspections and security operations.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and agency policies in enforcement contexts.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and enforcement at Ports of Entry to prevent terrorists and instruments of terror.
• Develop, plan and participate in tactical operations and intelligence-driven activities.
• Interact with carriers, other agencies and foreign entities to exchange information and guidance on admissibility and compliance.
• Support development and implementation of security measures to protect the United States.

Skills

Observational techniques

Record checks

Risk assessment

Non-intrusive technology

Interpreting laws and regulations

Behavioral analysis

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, part of the Department of Homeland Security, seeks officers for positions across the United States. You will perform inspections, intelligence analysis, and enforcement duties at Ports of Entry to detect and prevent threats.

Residency and background requirements apply, with a focus on national security and lawful trade facilitation. The role progresses through GS-09 to GS-12 levels with opportunities for advancement.