Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Serve Country

Jobtome; Watson (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). Roles include inspecting people and conveyances, enforcing immigration and trade laws, and ensuring border security. Base pay varies by GS grade with strong benefits and potential incentives.

Positions are full-time at various duty locations across the United States; candidates must meet citizenship, residency, and qualification requirements. Training is provided after hire.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a 4-year degree; may substitute education for experience.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or education substitution; includes immigration/border screening.
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate education; advanced knowledge of inspections and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances at ports of entry.
• Determine admissibility of individuals entering the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband; enforce trade and travel rules.

Skills

CBP laws & regs

Law enforcement procedures

Judgment & decision making

Interviews & questioning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). Roles include inspecting people and conveyances, enforcing immigration and trade laws, and ensuring border security. Base pay varies by GS grade with strong benefits and potential incentives.

Positions are full-time at various duty locations across the United States; candidates must meet citizenship, residency, and qualification requirements. Training is provided after hire.