Launch Your Federal Career as a Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Dresden Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Sick leave and annual leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring full-time CBPOs at entry and mid-levels. The role secures borders and enforces customs, immigration, and trade laws, with a federal benefits package and potential overtime pay. Starting salaries vary by GS grade with strong career stability.

Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under a multi-year contract and may be stationed at prioritized locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections and determine admissibility.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making under pressure.
• Ability to apply complex rules to real-world scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances and determine admissibility.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws knowledge

Inspection techniques

Judgment & decision making

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring full-time CBPOs at entry and mid-levels. The role secures borders and enforces customs, immigration, and trade laws, with a federal benefits package and potential overtime pay. Starting salaries vary by GS grade with strong career stability.

Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under a multi-year contract and may be stationed at prioritized locations nationwide.