Junior CBP Officer: Protect Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Glover (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Annual leave

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at entry- to mid-level grades (GS-5/GS-7/GS-9) across multiple duty locations.

The role offers competitive base pay, strong federal benefits, and a Thrift Savings Plan as part of its package. Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under prioritized location contracts, with three- or four-year service commitments.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4; education substitution possible.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education; regulatory work may apply.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience or relevant advanced degree; combination options exist.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances for compliance.
• Determining admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.

Skills

CBP regulations knowledge

Judgment under pressure

Interviewing and questioning

Attention to detail

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at entry- to mid-level grades (GS-5/GS-7/GS-9) across multiple duty locations.

The role offers competitive base pay, strong federal benefits, and a Thrift Savings Plan as part of its package. Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under prioritized location contracts, with three- or four-year service commitments.