Launch Your Federal Border Protection Officer Career

Jobtome; Alburg (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan (Roth 401(k))

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at full-time, entry and mid-level grades across locations. Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime opportunities and comprehensive federal benefits.

Incentives may apply for prioritized locations, with contracts ranging up to four years. Selected officers will enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws, conduct inspections, determine admissibility, and help secure the nation’s borders.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education; CBP requirements.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience in inspections or regulatory work.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and related laws and regulations.
• Perform inspections of persons and conveyances for admissibility.
• Assess risk and determine entry eligibility and enforcement actions.
• Contribute to border security and counter smuggling efforts.
• Involves selecting prioritized duty locations and possible incentives.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Inspections and screening

Risk assessment

Decision making under pressure

Interviews and questioning

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year degree

Tools

Criminal investigation basics

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at full-time, entry and mid-level grades across locations. Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime opportunities and comprehensive federal benefits.

Incentives may apply for prioritized locations, with contracts ranging up to four years. Selected officers will enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws, conduct inspections, determine admissibility, and help secure the nation’s borders.