Border Protection Officer - Guard Borders & Trade

Adzuna; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility for entry into the United States.

The role supports securing the nation’s borders and facilitating legitimate travel and trade. Selected candidates may be placed at various duty locations; GS-5/7/9 grade levels with potential for higher promotions.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 4-year degree or combo accepted.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience with inspections and regulatory compliance.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience with detaining, enforcing import/export laws, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances; determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent smuggling and contraband; ensure legitimate travel and trade flows.

Skills

Public safety

Law enforcement procedures

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility for entry into the United States.

The role supports securing the nation’s borders and facilitating legitimate travel and trade. Selected candidates may be placed at various duty locations; GS-5/7/9 grade levels with potential for higher promotions.