Border Protection Officer: Enforce Law & Protect Borders

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Generous leave program

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. Positions are full-time at GS-5/7/9 levels with strong benefits and potential overtime pay.

The role focuses on enforcing laws at points of entry and ensuring lawful travel and trade, with prioritized locations and recruitment incentives. There are defined duty locations across several states, with detailed qualification requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience or education meeting GS-5/7/9 eligibility criteria is described in the announcement.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts.
• Knowledge of border security procedures and law enforcement basics.

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 and the smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. Positions are full-time at GS-5/7/9 levels with strong benefits and potential overtime pay.

The role focuses on enforcing laws at points of entry and ensuring lawful travel and trade, with prioritized locations and recruitment incentives. There are defined duty locations across several states, with detailed qualification requirements.