Border Protection Officer: Inspect, Enforce & Secure Borders

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to safeguard the nation’s borders. Positions available at various duty locations with progression from GS-5 to GS-12 grades and potential overtime pay.

Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives and federal benefits such as health and retirement plans. Base salaries vary by grade, with progression and additional incentives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to inspect persons, documents, and goods for compliance and safety.
• Capacity to make quick, accurate judgments at the border.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances at ports of entry.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband smuggling.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws and procedures

Decision making under pressure

Inspection and enforcement skills

People interaction and interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to safeguard the nation’s borders. Positions available at various duty locations with progression from GS-5 to GS-12 grades and potential overtime pay.

Selected candidates may receive recruitment incentives and federal benefits such as health and retirement plans. Base salaries vary by grade, with progression and additional incentives.