Border Protection Officer: Enforce Laws & Secure Borders

Jobtome; Hercules (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce.

Positions span entry to mid-career levels with base pay and comprehensive benefits, including potential recruitment incentives. Officers will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility while contributing to border security and trade compliance.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 levels require general or specialized experience or a degree as described.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and apply a body of facts is required.
• Eligibility criteria include citizenship and residency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances at entry points.
• Determining admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.
• Maintaining compliance with CBP procedures and timelines.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Judgment under pressure

Inspections proficiency

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce.

Positions span entry to mid-career levels with base pay and comprehensive benefits, including potential recruitment incentives. Officers will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility while contributing to border security and trade compliance.