Border Protection Officer: Enforce Laws & Secure Borders

Jobtome; Town of Berkshire (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applications for Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions. CBP safeguards the nation by enforcing customs, immigration, and related laws at ports of entry while ensuring the flow of legitimate travel and trade.

Officers perform inspections, determine admissibility, and uphold security with support through federal benefits and retention incentives. Training is provided and advancement is available across multiple GS levels.

Qualifications

• Experience in enforcing federal laws and public safety procedures.
• Familiarity with inspection protocols and risk assessment.
• Ability to apply regulations and make rapid, informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances at ports of entry.
• Determine admissibility of entrants and prevent illegal entry.

Skills

Law enforcement

Inspections

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

GS-5/7/9 qualification criteria

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applications for Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions. CBP safeguards the nation by enforcing customs, immigration, and related laws at ports of entry while ensuring the flow of legitimate travel and trade.

Officers perform inspections, determine admissibility, and uphold security with support through federal benefits and retention incentives. Training is provided and advancement is available across multiple GS levels.