Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders, Serve Country

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

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Officers (CBPO) at GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 levels across various U.S. duty locations, including New Mexico. The role combines public safety duties with potential overtime and strong federal benefits. Incentives may apply and career potential exists.

Selected candidates undergo extensive training and serve in roles enforcing border, immigration, and trade regulations while protecting national security and public safety.

Qualifications

• 3+ years general experience, 1+ year at GS-4 level or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or 4-year course submission acceptable.
• Combination of experience and education allowed.

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 individuals entering the U.S.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Public safety experience

Interpersonal communication

Observational/investigative skills

Legal/regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4-year course

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Officers (CBPO) at GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 levels across various U.S. duty locations, including New Mexico. The role combines public safety duties with potential overtime and strong federal benefits. Incentives may apply and career potential exists.

Selected candidates undergo extensive training and serve in roles enforcing border, immigration, and trade regulations while protecting national security and public safety.