Border Enforcement Officer: Secure Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Edwardsville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across GS-5, GS-7 and GS-9 levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and determining admissibility at U.S.

entry points. Competitive base pay plus overtime and a full benefits package are offered. Recruitment incentives may apply with location preferences, and training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is part of the

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 grade eligibility based on general or specialized experience or education
• Experience or education substitutions may apply to qualify for CBPO positions
• Ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
• Inspect persons and conveyances for admissibility
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Inspection techniques

Interrogation & interviewing

Risk assessment

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across GS-5, GS-7 and GS-9 levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and determining admissibility at U.S.

entry points. Competitive base pay plus overtime and a full benefits package are offered. Recruitment incentives may apply with location preferences, and training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is part of the