Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Norton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Annual leave

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce our nation’s laws at border points and ports of entry. You will perform inspections, assess admissibility, and support national security while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

CBP offers strong federal benefits, stability, and opportunities for career advancement. The CBPO role covers a range of duty locations and attracts incentives for prioritized postings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years general experience, 1 year at or above GS-4, handling duties that require people interaction and learning new factual information.
• Bachelor's degree or completion of a full 4-year course of study from an accredited college or university, as education substitution.
• Combination of experience and education may be used to qualify for the position.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of prohibited goods and drugs.

Skills

General experience in public safety

Observation skills

Interacting with people

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce our nation’s laws at border points and ports of entry. You will perform inspections, assess admissibility, and support national security while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

CBP offers strong federal benefits, stability, and opportunities for career advancement. The CBPO role covers a range of duty locations and attracts incentives for prioritized postings.