Border Protection Officer: Inspect, Enforce & Protect Borders

Jobtome; Town of Constable (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at various GS levels. The role enforces immigration, customs, and trade laws, conducts inspections, and determines admissibility of entrants at U.S. borders. It includes federal benefits and potential overtime pay.

Applicants must meet GS-5/7/9 qualifications with the option of degree substitution. Prioritized locations offer recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year under a service contract.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor's degree.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate education.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify for a higher grade.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect persons, documents, and goods at borders or ports of entry.
• Determine admissibility of entrants and prevent illegal entry or smuggling.
• Operate in a federal law enforcement environment with rigorous training.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment & decision making

Imports/exports control

Primary inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree / degree substitution

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at various GS levels. The role enforces immigration, customs, and trade laws, conducts inspections, and determines admissibility of entrants at U.S. borders. It includes federal benefits and potential overtime pay.

Applicants must meet GS-5/7/9 qualifications with the option of degree substitution. Prioritized locations offer recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year under a service contract.