Border Protection Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades.

The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility at entry points across various duty locations. Salary bands vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-12) with potential overtime, comprehensive benefits, and eligibility for a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, precedents and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments in enforcement actions.
• Experience with inspections and admissibility determinations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment under pressure

Inspection techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades.

The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility at entry points across various duty locations. Salary bands vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-12) with potential overtime, comprehensive benefits, and eligibility for a Thrift Savings Plan.