Border Protection Officer: Enforce Law & Secure Borders

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Hatch (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Health, dental and other insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce border security and travel rules. The role involves inspections, risk assessments, and interviews to determine appropriate actions at ports of entry.

Applicants may qualify based on education or related public safety experience. Selected officers receive extensive training and government benefits, with incentives for prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• A conferred bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field from an accredited college or university.
• U.S. citizenship and residency requirements as part of the eligibility criteria.
• Experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement is considered as related background.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations at ports and entry points.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to identify illegal activity and contraband.
• Detain or arrest violators using lawful enforcement methods when needed.
• Assess risk and apply CBP procedures to determine appropriate actions.
• Interview individuals to gather information for enforcement decisions.
• Ensure compliance with exporting/importing and international shipping rules.

Skills

Decision making

Observational skills

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

4-year degree program

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce border security and travel rules. The role involves inspections, risk assessments, and interviews to determine appropriate actions at ports of entry.

Applicants may qualify based on education or related public safety experience. Selected officers receive extensive training and government benefits, with incentives for prioritized locations.