Supervisory CBP Officer (1st Line - POE)
Customs and Border ProtectionMassena, NY · full time · Lead / Staff / Principal
$109,383 – $142,199
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A first-line supervisory role managing shift operations and law enforcement activities at a U.S. border port of entry, suited for experienced CBP officers ready to lead teams in cargo and passenger inspection while overseeing security protocols and staff development.
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What they ask for
Required
- 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (GS-12 or equivalent)
- Pass polygraph examination (or accepted prior federal polygraph result)
- Pass pre-employment physical fitness test
- Pass medical screening
- Meet U.S. residency requirement (3 of last 5 years)
- Pass thorough background investigation
- Current federal employees must have 52 weeks at next lower grade by 10/29/2026
Nice to have
- Prior federal polygraph exam results from another agency (reciprocity accepted)
- Veterans may qualify for polygraph waiver
- Experience with prearrival targeting and intelligence vetting
- Experience mentoring lower-level CBP officers