Border Protection Officer: Enforce Laws, Safeguard Borders

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and related laws across duty locations in the United States.

The role requires evaluating admissibility, inspecting persons and cargos, and protecting the integrity of borders while supporting lawful travel and trade. Eligible candidates may hold a bachelor's degree or substitute education for experience, with GS-5/7/9 levels and potential promotions.

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 eligibility with required experience or education options.
• Bachelor's degree or completion of a full 4-year program can substitute for required experience.
• Combination of experience and education can qualify for the position.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensure flow of legitimate travel and trade while preventing illegal entry.
• Deter smuggling, trafficking, and prohibited goods through inspections.
• Conduct routine enforcement actions and determine appropriate dispositions.

Skills

CBP law and regs

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment & decision-making

Interpersonal screening

Border security concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year program

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and related laws across duty locations in the United States.

The role requires evaluating admissibility, inspecting persons and cargos, and protecting the integrity of borders while supporting lawful travel and trade. Eligible candidates may hold a bachelor's degree or substitute education for experience, with GS-5/7/9 levels and potential promotions.