Border Protection Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

Jobtome; Watson (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal employment benefits

Relocation/Recruitment incentives

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple grades (GS-5/GS-7/GS-9). Roles include enforcing laws at borders, inspecting people and goods, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime pay and comprehensive federal benefits. Incentives include up to $15,000 per year for prioritized duty locations under a multi-year service commitment.

Qualifications

• Experience meeting and dealing with people and applying a body of facts.
• Education substitution: bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for GS-5/7/9.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Enforce the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.

Skills

CBP regulations

Law enforcement procedures

rapid decision making

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple grades (GS-5/GS-7/GS-9). Roles include enforcing laws at borders, inspecting people and goods, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Starting salaries vary by grade, with overtime pay and comprehensive federal benefits. Incentives include up to $15,000 per year for prioritized duty locations under a multi-year service commitment.