Border Protection Officer: Enforce Security & Trade

Jobtome; Asherton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for multiple entry to mid-level positions. Roles involve enforcing laws related to customs, immigration, and agriculture, inspecting people and goods, and deciding admissibility at points of entry.

Officers may receive generous federal benefits, annual leave and sick leave, plus Thrift Savings Plan, with recruitment incentive options for prioritized duty locations. Training at the FLETC is included.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 grade levels with promotion potential to GS-11/12; eligibility based on education or experience.
• Experience or education requirements include handling people and learning CBP procedures.
• Knowledge of CBP laws and entry/immigration screening strategies is expected.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment under pressure

Interrogation techniques

Self-defense

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for multiple entry to mid-level positions. Roles involve enforcing laws related to customs, immigration, and agriculture, inspecting people and goods, and deciding admissibility at points of entry.

Officers may receive generous federal benefits, annual leave and sick leave, plus Thrift Savings Plan, with recruitment incentive options for prioritized duty locations. Training at the FLETC is included.