You're Viewing 1 Of 95,000+ Jobs On OysterLink
New hospitality jobs added daily. Browse by role, pay, or location.
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $41,863.00 - $112,415.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
overtime pay
career advancement
Job stability
Job Description
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a critical federal agency under the Department of Homeland Security dedicated to protecting America's borders and facilitating legitimate trade and travel. CBP employs over 60,000 professionals committed to safeguarding the nation by enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws. Their mission is to prevent the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods, combat smuggling including illegal drugs and contraband, and enhance the economic prosperity of the United States. The workforce is known for its camaraderie, pride, and strong sense of purpose that drives their daily operations. CBP offers career opportunities that combine public service... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have had primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
- Must meet age restriction (referred before 40th birthday unless exempted by law enforcement retirement provisions or veterans' preference)
- Eligible for Veterans Recruitment Appointment if applicable
- Required to complete paid pre-academy orientation and 101-day training at the CBP Field Operations Academy including physical fitness and firearms training
- Successful completion of Academy required for employment
Job Qualifications
- Minimum three years full-time general work experience demonstrating ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts
- Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study from an accredited college or university
- Combination of successfully completed college education and general work experience
- One year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that includes performing physical inspections and evaluating facts while applying laws for GS-7 level
- Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or one full year of graduate-level education for GS-7 level
- Combination of specialized work experience and graduate-level education for GS-7 level
- Previous or current 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 the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband
- Making determinations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
Don't Stop At One Job - There's More
Create a free profile
We'll match you with best jobs
Get job offers faster
Search For More Opportunities:
More Jobs Like This: