Border Protection Officer: Safeguard Borders & Enforce Law

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the United States is hiring a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) at entry and mid-level with locations including Arizona, Lukeville.

This federal law enforcement role offers base pay at GS-5/7/9 levels with promotion potential to GS-11/12, along with comprehensive benefits and retirement plans. Selected officers will perform inspections, enforce immigration and trade laws, determine admissibility at the border, and help prevent illegal entry of

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires a bachelor’s degree or 4-year course completion.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience at or above the GS-6 level.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience at GS-8 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Ensuring the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of entrants and preventing illegal entries.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Interrogation and questioning

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Public safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection in the United States is hiring a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) at entry and mid-level with locations including Arizona, Lukeville.

This federal law enforcement role offers base pay at GS-5/7/9 levels with promotion potential to GS-11/12, along with comprehensive benefits and retirement plans. Selected officers will perform inspections, enforce immigration and trade laws, determine admissibility at the border, and help prevent illegal entry of