Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Law

Customs and Border Protection; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions are available nationwide with Grades GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9/12 progression. Roles encompass enforcing borders, regulating travel and trade, and conducting inspections while benefiting from federal employee protections and a robust benefits package.

New recruits may receive recruitment incentives and have multiple duty locations across the United States, including prioritized postings. Training and career growth are highlighted in the posting.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years of general experience, or 1 year at GS-4, plus ability to interact with people.
• GS-5 education substitution: a bachelor’s degree or 4-year course.
• GS-7 requires experience in inspections and regulatory work per the job postings.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Interviewing & questioning

Detaining suspects

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree (any field)

Job description

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) positions are available nationwide with Grades GS-5, GS-7, and GS-9/12 progression. Roles encompass enforcing borders, regulating travel and trade, and conducting inspections while benefiting from federal employee protections and a robust benefits package.

New recruits may receive recruitment incentives and have multiple duty locations across the United States, including prioritized postings. Training and career growth are highlighted in the posting.