Launch Your Career as an Entry-Level Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Nooksack (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at the GS-5/7/9 levels. This federal law enforcement career offers competitive base pay, strong benefits, and job stability within CBP, which is part of the Department of Homeland Security.

Duties include enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and determining admissibility. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply for prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years general experience or a 4-year degree.
• Eligibility for CBP Officer position and U.S. citizenship.
• Completion of Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) program is required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement

Judgment skills

Inspection skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at the GS-5/7/9 levels. This federal law enforcement career offers competitive base pay, strong benefits, and job stability within CBP, which is part of the Department of Homeland Security.

Duties include enforcing laws, inspecting people and goods, and determining admissibility. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may apply for prioritized locations.