Border Protection Officer - Frontline Law Enforcement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS grades. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration and related laws, inspecting individuals and goods, and ensuring admissibility at U.S.

ports of entry. Locations include prioritized duty sites, with attractive federal benefits and incentives. References to base pay vary by grade; the agency offers overtime eligibility, health and retirement benefits, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with inspections and risk assessment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regs.
• Ensure flow of legitimate travel and trade.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine entry eligibility and enforce regulations.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband.

Skills

Laws & regulatory knowledge

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Surveillance & inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS grades. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration and related laws, inspecting individuals and goods, and ensuring admissibility at U.S.

ports of entry. Locations include prioritized duty sites, with attractive federal benefits and incentives. References to base pay vary by grade; the agency offers overtime eligibility, health and retirement benefits, and a Thrift Savings Plan.