Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced
Company: Customs and Border Protection
Location: Seattle
Posted on: June 15, 2026
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Job Description:
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: 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: 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: Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as
follows: 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-9 grade level in one of the
following ways: experience, education, or a combination of
both. Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized
experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that
includes: The above experience will be applied in connection with
the following: Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments
and decisions with respect to the application of the regulations,
instructions, and procedures for importing and exporting
merchandise to and from the United States; or enforcement and
administration of laws relating to the right of persons to enter,
reside in or depart from the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and
the U.S. Virgin Islands. Education Substitution: A master's (or higher)
degree, or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate
education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B. or J.D. from an
accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A
combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed
graduate-level education. This will be calculated using your resume
and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your
application. 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. Be certain to review ALL details of the
job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the
application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to
submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting
documents, and the CBPO Entrance Exam. As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive
monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and
future opportunities with OFO and CBP.
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