Border Protection Officer: Safeguarding Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Haynesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual leave and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for full-time positions nationwide. This federal law enforcement career offers strong base pay, excellent benefits, and job stability.

Typical duties include enforcing immigration, customs, and agriculture laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and determining admissibility for entry. The role emphasizes vigilance, integrity, and public service, with recruitment incentives and a robust retirement plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 eligibility criteria based on experience or education.
• Education: a bachelor’s degree or 4-year equivalent.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply to eligibility.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Law enforcement

Inspection

Decision making

Interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for full-time positions nationwide. This federal law enforcement career offers strong base pay, excellent benefits, and job stability.

Typical duties include enforcing immigration, customs, and agriculture laws, inspecting travelers and goods, and determining admissibility for entry. The role emphasizes vigilance, integrity, and public service, with recruitment incentives and a robust retirement plan.