Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to safeguard the nation's borders.

The role spans GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 grades with opportunities for promotion to higher grades and comprehensive federal benefits, including health and retirement plans. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 annually may apply based on location, with overtime potential and participation in a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience OR 1 year at GS-4 OR equivalent education.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience in inspections or related regulatory work.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience in law enforcement and border control duties.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons, documents, and conveyances at borders.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP law & regs

Law enforcement procedures

Inspections & risk assessment

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year course requirement

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to safeguard the nation's borders.

The role spans GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 grades with opportunities for promotion to higher grades and comprehensive federal benefits, including health and retirement plans. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 annually may apply based on location, with overtime potential and participation in a Thrift Savings Plan.