Frontline Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Rutherford (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at GS-5/7/9 levels. Roles include enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and maintaining border security with opportunities for career growth and federal benefits.

Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year may be offered under a multi-year contract, plus comprehensive health, retirement, and paid leave. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center follows hire.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or a 4-year degree or equivalent combination.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education; or a combination.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience or advanced degree; or a combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP regulations

Interviews & inspections

Legal enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at GS-5/7/9 levels. Roles include enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and maintaining border security with opportunities for career growth and federal benefits.

Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year may be offered under a multi-year contract, plus comprehensive health, retirement, and paid leave. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center follows hire.