Border Protection Officer: Join Federal Law Enforcement

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Standish (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at the GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels with potential for advancement to GS-11 and GS-12. These roles support enforcement of border and transportation laws and offer robust federal benefits.

Starting base salaries vary by grade, with overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. Duty locations span many states, with prioritized sites listed for recruitment incentives.

Qualifications

• 3 years of general experience OR a bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Combination of general experience AND college education considered for GS-5

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
• Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in any field

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at the GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9 levels with potential for advancement to GS-11 and GS-12. These roles support enforcement of border and transportation laws and offer robust federal benefits.

Starting base salaries vary by grade, with overtime eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. Duty locations span many states, with prioritized sites listed for recruitment incentives.