Frontline Border Protection Officer

Customs and Border Protection; Houlton (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring CBPOs in the United States, including Maine. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Eligibility spans GS-5/7/9 grades with education or related public-safety experience, plus excellent benefits and potential incentives. Positions offer competitive base pay and overtime opportunities, with a nationwide range and locations,

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility pathways include education or experience in safety, security, or law enforcement.
• A conferred bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for GS-5/7/9 levels.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Inspection

Interrogation

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring CBPOs in the United States, including Maine. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Eligibility spans GS-5/7/9 grades with education or related public-safety experience, plus excellent benefits and potential incentives. Positions offer competitive base pay and overtime opportunities, with a nationwide range and locations,