Border Protection Officer - Safeguard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified candidates for Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions. Roles include inspecting individuals and conveyances, enforcing trade and travel regulations, and determining admissibility at the border.

Multiple GS grades offer progression and strong federal benefits. Incentives up to $15,000 per year with service contracts are available for prioritized duty locations.

Qualifications

• Experience or education substitution options as described for GS-5/7/9 levels.
• Combination of general experience and education allowed.
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Oversee the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws & procedures

Interviews & questioning

Detentions & arrests

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified candidates for Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions. Roles include inspecting individuals and conveyances, enforcing trade and travel regulations, and determining admissibility at the border.

Multiple GS grades offer progression and strong federal benefits. Incentives up to $15,000 per year with service contracts are available for prioritized duty locations.