Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Annual leave and sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applications for Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). Positions span GS-5, GS-7 and GS-9 with potential for higher grades, offering competitive base pay and federal benefits.

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year and varied duty locations nationwide are highlighted in this announcement. Starting salaries range per grade, with overtime eligibility and access to the Thrift Savings Plan, health benefits, and generous leave programs.

Qualifications

• Experience with CBP laws, regulations and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections and determine admissibility of entrants.
• Knowledge of safety, security and border-control operations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel across borders.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entries and contraband at ports of entry.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment and decision-making

Interrogation techniques

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

Graduate education (master's or higher)

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) invites applications for Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). Positions span GS-5, GS-7 and GS-9 with potential for higher grades, offering competitive base pay and federal benefits.

Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year and varied duty locations nationwide are highlighted in this announcement. Starting salaries range per grade, with overtime eligibility and access to the Thrift Savings Plan, health benefits, and generous leave programs.