Customs and Border Protection Officer

Job Overview

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) NEW RECRUITMENT 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.
See Salary Section Below for incentives.

• 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.

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

Newly appointed CBPOs can receive up to a $15,000 incentive per year for a three‑ to four‑year service contract, depending on location. Annual base salary ranges from GS‑5 to GS‑12
, with starting levels between $40,332 and $109,952 per year. Locality pay varies by duty location, and a fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

• Health, dental, and other insurance plans
• Generous annual and sick leave program
• Participation in the Thrift Savings Plan
• Retirement plan similar to a 401(k) and ROTH option
• Opportunity for grade level progression (GS‑5, GS‑7, GS‑9, GS‑11, GS‑12)

GS‑5:
Minimum of three years full‑time general work experience, or a bachelor’s degree, or a combination of both.

GS‑7:
Minimum of one year specialized full‑time work experience or a bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement (3.0 GPA or higher) or one year graduate‑level education. Combination of experience and graduate education also qualifies.

GS‑9 and Higher:
Previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience qualifies. See the GS‑9 Job Opportunity Announcement for details.

• U.S. citizenship
• Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
• Under 40 years of age (exceptions apply for veterans or current federal civilian law enforcement)
• Veterans’ preference eligibility may apply

Applicants will complete a two‑week paid pre‑academy orientation at their home port, followed by a 101‑day CBP Field Operations Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA. Selection for southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico locations requires completion of an online Spanish training program.

Click the Apply button on this site to be directed to the CBP Talent Network page. Select Customs and Border Protection Officer to receive links to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS. Carefully review all details of the announcement and submit required documents (resume, transcripts, etc.) and the CBPO Entrance Exam. Accepted applicants will be evaluated on resume, supporting documents, and exam performance.