Launch Your Federal LEO Career in Border Security

Jobtome; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple locations. Starting salaries vary by GS grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential for higher pay as you advance, plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive federal benefits.

Recruitment incentives may apply for prioritized duty locations with multi-year contracts. Selected officers will perform inspections, enforce border, immigration and trade laws, and support national security at U.S. entries.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply.
• Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
• Age Restriction: The age restriction is applicable under law enforcement retirement provisions.
• Veterans’ Preference: You may be eligible for Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).
• Formal Training: After you are hired, you will attend 103 days of intensive instruction at FLETC in Glynco, GA.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple locations. Starting salaries vary by GS grade (GS-5 to GS-9) with potential for higher pay as you advance, plus overtime eligibility and comprehensive federal benefits.

Recruitment incentives may apply for prioritized duty locations with multi-year contracts. Selected officers will perform inspections, enforce border, immigration and trade laws, and support national security at U.S. entries.