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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
- Derby Line, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced
- Richford, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Officer (Secret Service Police), $75,000 Recruitment Incentive
- Burlington, Vermont
- The United States Secret Service
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
- Burlington, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Other
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Burlington, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Other
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- South Burlington, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Surface Warfare Officer
- South Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$112212.429688
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$107538.445313
- Full Time
- Public Health
Culinary Specialist
- South Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$50621.824219
- Full Time
- Nutrition and Food Services
Medical Assistant
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$39996.570313
- Full Time
- Public Health
Security & Law Enforcement
- Vergennes, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$84988.500000
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Computer Field Technician
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$75326.015625
- Full Time
- Engineering
Fire Controlman
- Swanton, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$78580.226563
- Full Time
- Engineering
Registered Nurse
- Vergennes, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$77323.156250
- Full Time
- Public Health
Medical Support
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$40911.105469
- Full Time
- Public Health
Navy Chaplain
- Bellows Falls, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$102510.515625
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Boatswain’s Mate
- South Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$92332.828125
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Information Systems Technician
- South Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$79445.414063
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Aviation Electrician’s Mate
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$92222.476563
- Full Time
- Engineering
Aviation Electronics Technician
- Saint Albans, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$88777.664063
- Full Time
- Engineering
Meteorologist
- Newport, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$103985.796875
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$83822.460938
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Electronics Technician
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$68058.718750
- Full Time
- Engineering
Advanced Electronics
- Poultney, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$76719.156250
- Full Time
- Engineering
SEAL Officer
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$91507.765625
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Cook
- Saint Albans, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$49640.863281
- Full Time
- Nutrition and Food Services
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$72602.234375
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Dental Hygienist
- Lyndonville, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$80854.265625
- Full Time
- Public Health
Bomb Technician
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$55405.429688
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- Lyndonville, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$96551.500000
- Full Time
- Engineering
Aviation Operations & Support
- Winooski, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$81614.562500
- Full Time
- Transportation or Transit
Naval Flight Officer
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$135912.812500
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
IT Professional
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$80018.359375
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Pilot
- Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$139834.937500
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Information Technology Professional (IT Support)
- Morrisville, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$73664.156250
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Nuclear Engineer
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$216397.859375
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
- Poultney, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$77779.257813
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- South Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$61,111 - $124,443
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Aviation Electrician’s Mate
- Montpelier, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Cook
- Bellows Falls, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Nutrition and Food Services
Pilot
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Active Social Worker
- Burlington, Vermont
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Human and Social Services
Dental HPSP
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Bomb Technician
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Police Officer (Secret Service Police), $75,000 Recruitment Incentive
- Burlington, Vermont
- The United States Secret Service
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities with U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Waterbury, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Naval Flight Officer
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Border Patrol Agent
- Burlington, Vermont
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Boatswain’s Mate
- Newport, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Dental Hygienist
- South Burlington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Advanced Electronics
- Montpelier, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Anesthesiologist
- Barre, Vermont
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Registered Nurse
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Culinary Specialist
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Nutrition and Food Services
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Essex, Vermont
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Air Interdiction Agent New Hire Sign-On Incentives
- Swanton, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- Lyndonville, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Security & Law Enforcement
- Lyndonville, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Reserve Clinical Psychologist
- Newport, Vermont
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Computer Field Technician
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
SEAL Officer
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Surface Warfare Officer
- Vergennes, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Medical Support
- Winooski, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Aviation Operations & Support
- Poultney, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Transportation or Transit
Experienced Customs and Border Protection Officer – Sign-On and Retention Incentives ($60K)
- Sheldon Creek, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Federal Law Enforcement: Entry Level CBP Officer with $60,000 Sign-On Incentive
- Monkton Ridge, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Lyndonville, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Nuclear Engineer
- Bellows Falls, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Border Patrol Agent – Entry Level (Up to $60K Incentives)
- West Brookfield, Vermont
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
CBP Federal Law Enforcement Virtual Career Expo - June 10th
- Lyndonville, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Meteorologist
- Bellows Falls, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Information Technology Professional (IT Support)
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
- Newport, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Newport, Vermont
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
- Newport, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Information Systems Technician
- North Bennington, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
IT Professional
- Bellows Falls, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Aviation Electronics Technician
- Winooski, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Customs and Border Protection Officer
- Lake Park, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7)
- Barre, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Poultney, Vermont
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Border Patrol Agent (Entry Level) – Up to $60,000 Hiring Bonus
- East Warren, Vermont
- United States Customs and Border Protection
$$49,739–$89,518
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Now Hiring: Entry Level Customs and Border Protection Officer ($60K Incentives)
- Highgate Springs, Vermont
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Chaplain
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Surface Warfare Officer
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
- Beecher Falls, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Police Officer (Secret Service Police), $75,000 Recruitment Incentive
- Burlington, Vermont
- The United States Secret Service
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Information Technology Professional
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Oceanographer/Meteorologist
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Nuclear Engineer
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Boatswains Mate
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Bomb Technician (EOD)
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- South Burlington, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
- Burlington, Vermont
- The United States Secret Service
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms)
- South Burlington, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Richford, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
- Burlington, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced
- Beecher Falls, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Aviation Operations & Support
- South Burlington, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Registered Nurse
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Advanced Electronics / Computer Field Technician
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- South Burlington, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Naval Flight Officer and Pilot
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Dental Hygienist
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- South Burlington, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
SEAL Officer
- Hartford, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman)
- Barre, Vermont
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Security Engineer with Cloud Operations - 100% Remote (47)
- all cities, Vermont
- The Dignify Solutions, LLC
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Traffic Control Flagger
- Montpelier, Vermont
- ADA TRAFFIC CONTROL
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Transportation or Transit
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced Jobs
- Norton, Vermont
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Trainmaster
- St Albans, Vermont
- Genesee & Wyoming
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Federal Government
Trainmaster
- St Albans, Vermont
- G&W
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Federal Government
Loss Prevention Detective Retail
- Williston, Vermont
- Marshall's
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced Jobs
- Beecher Falls, Vermont
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
- Beecher Falls, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Entry Level
- Derby Line, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced
- Derby Line, Vermont
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
35F Intelligence Analyst
- Jericho, Vermont
- Army National Guard
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Armed Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
ARMED Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Chester, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Intelligence Analyst - Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
- Williston, Vermont
- Indev
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Remote DoD SkillBridge Internship: Launch Your Civilian Career
- Montpelier, Vermont
- GE Aerospace
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Marine & Technical Machinery Systems Spec (47)
- all cities, Vermont
- Disney
- Full Time
- Federal Government
ARMED Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Winooski, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
ARMED Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- all cities, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
35F Intelligence Analyst
- Northfield, Vermont
- Army National Guard
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Sr. Offensive Security Consultant (Alpha Group)
- St Albans, Vermont
- VerSprite Cybersecurity
- Full Time
- Federal Government
ARMED Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Newfane, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Armed Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Winooski, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Armed Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- South Burlington, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
ARMED Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Londonderry, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
35F Intelligence Analyst
- Rutland, Vermont
- Army National Guard
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - F/T - $21/hr. (#82)
- Jericho, Vermont
- Sunstates Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
DHS Credentialed/Experienced Background Investigator - Aurora, C Remote / Telecommute Jobs (47)
- all cities, Vermont
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Federal Government
ARMED Courthouse Security Officer - $27.19/hr
- Essex Junction, Vermont
- Securitas
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Traffic Technician
- Rochester, Vermont
- TradeJobsWorkforce
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Transportation or Transit
Marine Systems Engineer 100% Remote (47)
- all cities, Vermont
- Serco Inc.
- Full Time
- Federal Government

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- Derby Line, Vermont 05830 United States
- Customs and Border Protection
- Jun 02, 2026
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Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

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 strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:
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.
Duty Locations - Incentives available for some locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: Anchorage, AK; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, D.C.; Key West, Miami, and Orlando, FL; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste Marie, MI; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, and Wild Horse, MT; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River, and Buffalo, NY; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Brownsville, Dallas, Del Rio, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, Presidio, Progreso, and Houston, TX; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT; Blaine, Oroville, and Sumas, WA.

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary - and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives - and Benefits

Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations:
Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis

California: Calexico

Hawaii: Honolulu

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

Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie

Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls

Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass

New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River

North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal

Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford

Washington: Blaine, Oroville
Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations:
California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate

Florida: Key West

North Dakota: Pembina
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:
GS-5 and GS-7 $41,863 - $112,415 per year
Locality pay varies by duty location.

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

Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level. Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications:

You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR

Education Substitution: 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; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed college education AND general work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes:
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.

Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.
OR for the GS-7 grade level:

Education Substitution: 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. This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work; OR

Combination of Experience and 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.

Other Requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years.

Age Restriction: 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.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

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. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position.

How to Apply:

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 . click apply for full job details Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

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 strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:
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.
Duty Locations - Incentives available for some locations

You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: Anchorage, AK; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, D.C.; Key West, Miami, and Orlando, FL; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste Marie, MI; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, and Wild Horse, MT; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River, and Buffalo, NY; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Brownsville, Dallas, Del Rio, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, Presidio, Progreso, and Houston, TX; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT; Blaine, Oroville, and Sumas, WA.

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States. Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary - and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives - and Benefits

Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations:
Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis

California: Calexico

Hawaii: Honolulu

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

Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie

Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls

Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass

New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River

North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal

Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford

Washington: Blaine, Oroville
Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations:
California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate

Florida: Key West

North Dakota: Pembina
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:
GS-5 and GS-7 $41,863 - $112,415 per year
Locality pay varies by duty location.

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

Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level. Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications:

You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR

Education Substitution: 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; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed college education AND general work experience. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes:
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.

Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.
OR for the GS-7 grade level:

Education Substitution: 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. This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work; OR

Combination of Experience and 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.

Other Requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years.

Age Restriction: 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.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

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. Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position.

How to Apply:

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 . click apply for full job details
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