Border Protection Officer (CBPO) – Federal LEO

Jobtome; Alpine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS grades. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and determining admissibility at U.S. borders.

Starting base salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with potential overtime up to $45,000 and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 annually apply for prioritized duty locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required for GS-5; progression to higher grades with specialized experience.
• Experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement is qualifying for entry.
• Knowledge of federal law enforcement procedures is implied for GS-9 level.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel is maintained.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances at points of entry.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS grades. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting persons and conveyances, and determining admissibility at U.S. borders.

Starting base salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with potential overtime up to $45,000 and comprehensive federal benefits. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 annually apply for prioritized duty locations.