Border Protection Officer: Federal Law Enforcement

Customs and Border Protection; Tecate (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conduct inspections, and determine admissibility. The role includes protecting borders, ensuring compliant travel and trade, and participating in a federal law enforcement career with strong benefits and potential overtime opportunities.

Positions span GS-5 to GS-9 levels with pathways for career progression, a robust benefits package, and formal training after hire.

Qualifications

• Experience performing inspections of persons, documents, or goods for regulatory compliance or criminal activity.
• Ability to apply federal regulations and agency procedures during screening and entry processes.
• Combination of general experience and education acceptable per GS-5/7/9 qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Promote legitimate trade and travel while ensuring security at borders.
• Conduct preliminary screening and interviews to assess entry eligibility.

Skills

Inspection procedures

Observation and screening

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conduct inspections, and determine admissibility. The role includes protecting borders, ensuring compliant travel and trade, and participating in a federal law enforcement career with strong benefits and potential overtime opportunities.

Positions span GS-5 to GS-9 levels with pathways for career progression, a robust benefits package, and formal training after hire.