Border Protection Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits package

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) in a full-time federal law enforcement role. Duties include enforcing customs, immigration and trade laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Salary varies by GS grade from $41,863 to $127,464 yearly, with up to $45,000 overtime. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under a 3- or 4-year contract.

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 eligibility and progression, one of: general/specialized experience or education substitution.
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to conduct inspections, determine admissibility and enforce laws at ports of entry.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Conducting inspections of persons and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Participating in enforcement actions and border protection duties.

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Risk assessment

Interviewing & questioning

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) in a full-time federal law enforcement role. Duties include enforcing customs, immigration and trade laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Salary varies by GS grade from $41,863 to $127,464 yearly, with up to $45,000 overtime. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under a 3- or 4-year contract.