Border Protection Officer: Federal Law Enforcement at Border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Walhalla (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay eligibility up to $45,000

Up to $15,000 annual incentive (3-year

Up to $15,000 annual incentive (4-year

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks an experienced CBP Officer to enforce customs and immigration laws at border points, airports, seaports, and entry points.

You will participate in inspections, risk assessments, and intelligence-driven enforcement to protect national security and uphold trade and travel integrity. The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or higher) with potential for advanced education, and may involve field training at FLETC.

Qualifications

• A conferred bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement (SAA) based on class standing and GPA.
• A master's degree or higher, or two or more years of graduate education beyond the first 18 semester hours.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations at entry points.
• Ensuring the flow of legitimate trade and travel across borders.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances for compliance and security.
• Detaining suspected violators and making arrests using proper methods.
• Applying federal, state, or local laws to enforce the regulations related to entry and immigration status.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Superior Academic Achievement (SAA)

Master's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks an experienced CBP Officer to enforce customs and immigration laws at border points, airports, seaports, and entry points.

You will participate in inspections, risk assessments, and intelligence-driven enforcement to protect national security and uphold trade and travel integrity. The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or higher) with potential for advanced education, and may involve field training at FLETC.