Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Trade

Jobtome; Edwardsville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Recruitment incentive up to $15k/year

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to join a large federal law enforcement team. Positions range from entry to mid-level, with possible career advancement to higher grades and significant overtime opportunities.

The agency emphasizes vigilance, service to country and integrity in safeguarding borders. Starting salaries vary by GS grade, and selected applicants may receive recruitment incentives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Ability to apply criminal and immigration enforcement procedures.
• Familiarity with inspections at borders and ports of entry.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP laws and regulations

Border security procedures

Risk assessment

Interviews and questioning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to join a large federal law enforcement team. Positions range from entry to mid-level, with possible career advancement to higher grades and significant overtime opportunities.

The agency emphasizes vigilance, service to country and integrity in safeguarding borders. Starting salaries vary by GS grade, and selected applicants may receive recruitment incentives.