Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Law

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO). The agency offers entry- and mid-level career opportunities with base pay and federal benefits.

Incentives of up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized locations under specific service contracts. Selected duty locations include several U.S. states, with potential relocation based on operational needs and vacancies.

Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of general experience, 1 year at GS-4 equivalent, dealing with people and learning facts.
• Education Substitution: A conferred bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course leading to a bachelor's degree.
• Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general experience AND completed college education.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO). The agency offers entry- and mid-level career opportunities with base pay and federal benefits.

Incentives of up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized locations under specific service contracts. Selected duty locations include several U.S. states, with potential relocation based on operational needs and vacancies.