Border Protection Officer: Enforce Laws & Secure Trade

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

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $15,000 annual incentive (3-year

Up to $15,000 annual incentive (4-year

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9) with locations nationwide, including California. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws at entry points to protect the nation and ensure lawful travel.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime potential and benefits. Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 annually may apply for prioritized locations under

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility requirements based on experience or education.
• Citizenship and residency requirements for U.S. nationals.
• Age restrictions and veterans’ preference provisions.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Public safety

Border security

Inspections

Law enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9) with locations nationwide, including California. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws at entry points to protect the nation and ensure lawful travel.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime potential and benefits. Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 annually may apply for prioritized locations under