Border Protection Officer: Guard Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Federal health, dental, and leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time, entry to mid-level positions. Roles include enforcing laws at borders, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility.

Eligible for overtime and federal benefits with a Thrift Savings Plan. Recruitment incentives may reach $15,000 per year under a multi-year contract. Salary varies by grade (GS-5 to GS-12) and location.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections and make entry determinations.
• Strong observational and interviewing skills for risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Manage inspections of persons and conveyances at entry points.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct risk-based screening and enforcement actions.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Decision making

Interviews

Observation

Education

Bachelor's degree substitute

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time, entry to mid-level positions. Roles include enforcing laws at borders, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility.

Eligible for overtime and federal benefits with a Thrift Savings Plan. Recruitment incentives may reach $15,000 per year under a multi-year contract. Salary varies by grade (GS-5 to GS-12) and location.