Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $40,332.00 - $109,952.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
overtime pay
Location-based salary incentives
career advancement
Job Description
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a premier federal law enforcement agency operating under the Department of Homeland Security. CBP is dedicated to protecting America by securing its borders, facilitating lawful trade and travel, preventing illegal immigration, and intercepting contraband. The agency employs over 60,000 professionals who work tirelessly to safeguard the nation’s economic prosperity and safety. CBP officers belong to an elite team known for their camaraderie, pride in service, and dedication to the country’s security.
As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), you will play a critical role in enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultu... Show More
As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), you will play a critical role in enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultu... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship
- primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
- must be under 40 years old at time of selection unless exempt
- successful completion of paid pre-academy orientation and 101-day Field Operations Academy training
- ability to pass CBPO entrance exam
- compliance with law enforcement retirement provisions
- eligibility for Veterans Recruitment Appointment as applicable
Job Qualifications
- Minimum three years full-time general work experience demonstrating ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts
- OR bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- OR combination of college education and general work experience
- For GS-7, minimum one year specialized work experience equivalent to next lower grade including physical inspections, use of observational techniques, and law application
- OR bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement or one full year graduate-level education
- OR combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
- Prior law enforcement or military law enforcement experience may qualify for GS-9
Job Duties
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
- facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel
- conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
- determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
- preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods
- detecting and interdicting smuggling of illegal drugs and contraband
- collaborating with other law enforcement agencies
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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