Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Law

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave and other benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades (GS-5/GS-7/GS-9) with potential for advancement to GS-11/GS-12.

Roles include enforcing immigration, customs, and trade laws, inspecting individuals and vehicles, and determining admissibility at United States ports of entry. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may accompany prioritized duty locations, alongside comprehensive federal benefits and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 eligibility criteria including education or equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and to apply knowledge to situations.
• Knowledge of duties, regulations, and processes for CBP officers.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CBP knowledge

Security awareness

Interpersonal skills

Observational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) at multiple grades (GS-5/GS-7/GS-9) with potential for advancement to GS-11/GS-12.

Roles include enforcing immigration, customs, and trade laws, inspecting individuals and vehicles, and determining admissibility at United States ports of entry. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year may accompany prioritized duty locations, alongside comprehensive federal benefits and a retirement plan.