Border Protection Officer: Enforce, Inspect & Secure Travel

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce federal laws at the nation’s borders.

Entry- and mid-level career opportunities are available across multiple duty locations with potential for advancement within the GS pay scale. The role emphasizes inspections, ensuring admissibility, and preventing illegal entry and contraband, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities under a robust federal employment program.

Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of general experience, 1 year at GS-4 level or equivalent.
• Education substitution: A conferred bachelor's degree or completion of a full 4-year course leading to a bachelor's degree.
• Combination of Experience and Education: A mix of general experience and college education.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce federal laws at the nation’s borders.

Entry- and mid-level career opportunities are available across multiple duty locations with potential for advancement within the GS pay scale. The role emphasizes inspections, ensuring admissibility, and preventing illegal entry and contraband, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities under a robust federal employment program.