Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career Path

Jobtome; Boulder Creek (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions at U.S. Customs and Border Protection offer GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with potential for GS-11/12. Base salary ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 yearly, with overtime eligibility and broad federal benefits, including Thrift Savings Plan and paid leave.

Incentives may apply for prioritized locations. Advancement depends on experience and education. Citizenship, residency, and training requirements are outlined, with a focus on security, safety

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections and determine admissibility.
• Strong decision-making and interviewing abilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Observation skills

Rapid decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions at U.S. Customs and Border Protection offer GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with potential for GS-11/12. Base salary ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 yearly, with overtime eligibility and broad federal benefits, including Thrift Savings Plan and paid leave.

Incentives may apply for prioritized locations. Advancement depends on experience and education. Citizenship, residency, and training requirements are outlined, with a focus on security, safety