Border Protection Officer: Guard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Fullerville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9). These federal positions offer competitive base pay and a broad benefits package, with eligibility for overtime and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Incentives may apply based on location and service commitment. CBPOs play a key role in securing the nation's borders, conducting inspections, and enforcing laws to prevent illegal entry and the smuggling of contraband.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires either 3 years of general experience (1 year at GS-4 level) or a conferred bachelor's degree or equivalent education, or a combination of both.
• GS-7 requires at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade, or a bachelor's degree with SAA/GPA criteria, or related graduate education.
• GS-9 requires a minimum of 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level or a graduate degree, or a combination of both.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure the flow of legitimate trade and travel and conduct inspections of persons and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry of people and prohibited goods and deter smuggling and other contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades (GS-5, GS-7, GS-9). These federal positions offer competitive base pay and a broad benefits package, with eligibility for overtime and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Incentives may apply based on location and service commitment. CBPOs play a key role in securing the nation's borders, conducting inspections, and enforcing laws to prevent illegal entry and the smuggling of contraband.