Border Protection Officer: Enforce Laws & Secure Travel

Customs and Border Protection; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan (Thrift Savings Plan)

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a major federal agency responsible for safeguarding U.S. borders. CBPOs perform inspections, enforce immigration and customs laws, and help ensure lawful entry and trade.

The role is full-time and located at designated duty locations across the United States. Advanced GS-level opportunities exist with promotion potential from GS-5 to GS-12. Officers receive comprehensive federal benefits, including health insurance and a robust retirement plan, plus

Qualifications

• Experience with inspections of persons, documents or goods for criminal activity or fraud.
• Ability to learn and apply a body of facts and regulations.
• Experience in law enforcement or related public safety settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.

Skills

CBP laws knowledge

Judgment and decision making

Interrogation and inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a major federal agency responsible for safeguarding U.S. borders. CBPOs perform inspections, enforce immigration and customs laws, and help ensure lawful entry and trade.

The role is full-time and located at designated duty locations across the United States. Advanced GS-level opportunities exist with promotion potential from GS-5 to GS-12. Officers receive comprehensive federal benefits, including health insurance and a robust retirement plan, plus