Border Protection Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Leave benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for full-time positions across grades GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9. Duties include inspections, enforcing immigration and customs laws, and safeguarding the nation’s borders.

Base pay ranges with potential overtime and comprehensive federal benefits. Incentives include location-based bonuses with 3- or 4-year contracts, and eligibility for the Thrift Savings Plan and generous leave benefits.

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 qualification framework described in the posting.
• Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course leading to a bachelor’s degree.
• Combination of experience and education considered for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband transport.

Skills

Public safety experience

Law enforcement knowledge

Judgment under pressure

Interviews & screening

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for full-time positions across grades GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9. Duties include inspections, enforcing immigration and customs laws, and safeguarding the nation’s borders.

Base pay ranges with potential overtime and comprehensive federal benefits. Incentives include location-based bonuses with 3- or 4-year contracts, and eligibility for the Thrift Savings Plan and generous leave benefits.