Border Protection Officer: Federal LEO Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (Thrift Savings)

Paid annual leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in entry and mid-level grades. Responsibilities include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

The position offers federal benefits, with promotions to GS-11/GS-12 and potential overtime pay; recruitment incentives are available for prioritized locations.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a bachelor’s degree.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience in inspections or related regulatory work.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience in investigations, inspections, or enforcement.
• Education substitution and combinations are acceptable per regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances and determine admissibility.
• Ensure compliance with laws to prevent illegal entry and smuggling.
• Apply knowledge to conduct border checks and enforce trade/travel rules.

Skills

Inspection experience

People interaction

Decision making

Law enforcement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in entry and mid-level grades. Responsibilities include enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

The position offers federal benefits, with promotions to GS-11/GS-12 and potential overtime pay; recruitment incentives are available for prioritized locations.