U.S. Customs and Border Protection Offers Up to $60,000 in Incentives for Officers in Vermont and Other Prioritized Locations
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is offering significant recruitment incentives for newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) who commit to working in prioritized locations, including several in Vermont. These incentives can amount to up to $15,000 per year for a four-year service contract, totaling up to $60,000 over the contract period. The prioritized locations in Vermont include Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford. This initiative is part of a broader effort by CBP to staff critical border security roles across the nation. The agency is actively seeking to fill full-time, entry- and mid-level career positions, emphasizing that prior experience in public safety, security, military police, or law enforcement may qualify candidates. Beyond the recruitment incentives, CBPOs are offered competitive base salaries ranging from $41,863 to $127,464 annually, with potential for up to $45,000 in overtime pay, along with comprehensive federal employment be...
