Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Enforce Laws

Customs and Border Protection; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is recruiting for CBPO positions across multiple GS grades. This federal role offers base pay, benefits, and potential recruitment incentives. Eligible candidates may enter at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with pathways to higher grades.

The position requires citizenship, residency, and formal training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Locations and duty stations are determined by CBP based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in public safety or law enforcement settings is preferred.
• Ability to learn and apply a body of factual information and procedures.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Public safety experience

Law enforcement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is recruiting for CBPO positions across multiple GS grades. This federal role offers base pay, benefits, and potential recruitment incentives. Eligible candidates may enter at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels with pathways to higher grades.

The position requires citizenship, residency, and formal training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Locations and duty stations are determined by CBP based on operational needs.