Border Protection Officer: High-Impact Federal Law Enforcement

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Leave benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce federal laws at U.S. borders, conduct inspections, and assess risk.

The role requires knowledge of CBP regulations and strong decision-making in a fast-paced environment. New officers receive formal training and may qualify for incentives, with eligibility for overtime pay and a robust federal benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Conferred bachelor’s degree or completion of a full 4-year course of study
• Master’s degree or higher or two or more years of graduate education
• Experience or coursework in law enforcement fields may qualify
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances at borders, seaports, airports, and entry points.
• Conduct interviews in a law enforcement capacity to gather information.
• Perform inspections for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operations.
• Apply federal, state, or local laws and regulations in decision making.
• Detain violators and, when appropriate, arrest individuals.
• Oversee imports/exports to prevent smuggling and fraud.
• Utilize intelligence and behavior analysis to identify threats.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Observational techniques

Risk assessments

Interviewing in law enforcement

Documentation review

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Graduate education or professional experience

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce federal laws at U.S. borders, conduct inspections, and assess risk.

The role requires knowledge of CBP regulations and strong decision-making in a fast-paced environment. New officers receive formal training and may qualify for incentives, with eligibility for overtime pay and a robust federal benefits package including health and retirement plans.