Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Law

Jobtome; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at entry and mid-levels. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting people and goods, and deciding admissibility to the United States.

Officers operate at GS-5/7/9 levels with potential promotion to GS-11/12. Starting salaries vary by grade with generous federal benefits, thrift savings, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education.
• GS-7 requires specialized experience or graduate education in related fields.
• GS-9 requires additional specialized experience or higher-level education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband through border inspections.

Skills

CBP laws and regs

Law enforcement procedures

Rapid, accurate judgment

Inspections at borders

Detention and arrest knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at entry and mid-levels. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting people and goods, and deciding admissibility to the United States.

Officers operate at GS-5/7/9 levels with potential promotion to GS-11/12. Starting salaries vary by grade with generous federal benefits, thrift savings, and paid leave.