Border Protection Officer: Guard Borders & Trade

Customs and Border Protection; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs at various grades with competitive GS pay and strong federal benefits. This role supports border security through inspections, enforcement, and assessments of admissibility at entry points across the United States.

Qualifications range from GS-5 to GS-9 with education or experience substitutions. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required, with incentives for prioritized duty locations and long-term service commitments.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 qualification paths described (education or experience)
• Ability to perform inspections and enforce laws at borders
• Knowledge of CBP processes and enforcement procedures

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for compliance.
• Determine admissibility of entrants and vehicles.
• Prevent smuggling and illegal entry of people and goods.
• Promote legitimate travel and trade at points of entry.

Skills

CBP laws & procedures

Interviews & questioning

Decision making

Import/export control

Primary inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs at various grades with competitive GS pay and strong federal benefits. This role supports border security through inspections, enforcement, and assessments of admissibility at entry points across the United States.

Qualifications range from GS-5 to GS-9 with education or experience substitutions. Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required, with incentives for prioritized duty locations and long-term service commitments.