Border Protection Officer: Guarding Borders & Enforcing Law

Jobtome; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Retirement plan

Sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS levels across various locations. Roles involve enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws; inspecting individuals and conveyances; and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Compensation ranges from GS-5 to GS-9 with promotions to GS-11/12, plus health and retirement benefits, to support stability and growth in public service.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4, or a Bachelor's degree or higher.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience or graduate education or equivalent combination.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade or higher education.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply per Federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws

risk assessment

interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (4-year)

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple GS levels across various locations. Roles involve enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws; inspecting individuals and conveyances; and determining admissibility for entry into the United States.

Compensation ranges from GS-5 to GS-9 with promotions to GS-11/12, plus health and retirement benefits, to support stability and growth in public service.