Border Protection Officer — Overtime Eligible

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a federal law enforcement team protecting the nation’s borders. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and other laws, conducting safety inspections, and performing risk assessments to identify threats.

New officers may be eligible for overtime and comprehensive federal benefits. Training at designated centers is required, with potential relocation to prioritized duty locations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational background.
• Ability to apply federal, state, or local laws.
• Experience or readiness for law enforcement duties.
• Willingness to undergo Federal training and relocation as needed.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for compliance and security.
• Conduct inspections to detect fraud, smuggling, and unlawful activity.
• Use observations and documented information to assess risk and determine actions.
• Support entry/exit screening at borders, ports of entry, and related sites.

Skills

Observation skills

Interrogation techniques

Judgment under pressure

Legal/regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Criminal investigations tools

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to join a federal law enforcement team protecting the nation’s borders. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and other laws, conducting safety inspections, and performing risk assessments to identify threats.

New officers may be eligible for overtime and comprehensive federal benefits. Training at designated centers is required, with potential relocation to prioritized duty locations