U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO)

Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an

Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that

Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.

Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Wild Horse, MT; operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as

determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Recruitment Incentive** Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in

will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the

Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro

Grand Portage, International Falls

Recruitment Incentive** Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in

will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental

Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering. A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the

A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four (4)-year course of

study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; education AND general work experience. unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application. A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least

Performing physical inspections of people, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operations.

Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations.

A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (3.0 or higher), or (3) honor society membership; OR one (1) full year of graduate-level education. A combination of specialized work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level AND graduate level education from an accredited college or university. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application. If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-9 grade level. See the GS-9 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOAs) at USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site to determine if you qualify. Citizen to apply for this position. S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years. In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Customs and Border Protection Officer position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible. Formal Training:You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port. You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA. This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc. Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port. Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page. For Position of Interest, select Customs and Border Protection Officer. You'll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL detail