Border Protection Officer: Safeguard Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Maple View (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure the nation’s borders. Positions available at multiple duty locations with opportunities for career advancement and strong federal benefits.

Entry and mid-level opportunities emphasize enforcing immigration and customs laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and contributing to national security. Training and retirement plans are provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations and precedents.
• Ability to conduct inspections of persons, documents or goods for compliance and risk.
• Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and enforce regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances at entry points.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws & procedures

Border inspection techniques

Analytical decision making

Observation & questioning

Detention & arrest procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure the nation’s borders. Positions available at multiple duty locations with opportunities for career advancement and strong federal benefits.

Entry and mid-level opportunities emphasize enforcing immigration and customs laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and contributing to national security. Training and retirement plans are provided.