Border Protection Officer: Enforce Trade, Immigration & Security

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

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is hiring full-time Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at entry and mid-level grades. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agricultural laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Incentives and competitive benefits are offered to qualified applicants. Base pay ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 annually, with overtime eligibility and a full benefits package including health,

Qualifications

• GS-5: Education substitution or a combination of education and general experience.
• GS-7: Specialized experience and knowledge of CBP processes.
• GS-9: Advanced knowledge of inspections, regulatory compliance, and law enforcement procedures.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility and safety.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Observation skills

Interrogation techniques

Judgment & decision-making

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is hiring full-time Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at entry and mid-level grades. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agricultural laws, inspecting people and vehicles, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Incentives and competitive benefits are offered to qualified applicants. Base pay ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 annually, with overtime eligibility and a full benefits package including health,