Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Trade

Customs and Border Protection; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs to enforce border, immigration, and customs laws and to inspect people and goods at points of entry. As a CBPO, you will help ensure lawful travel and trade while protecting national security.

The role offers base pay with federal benefits, potential overtime, and a structured promotion path. Comprehensive training and relocation considerations accompany diverse duty locations across the United States.

Qualifications

• Experience in public safety or law enforcement.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and learn procedures.
• Eligible for GS-5/7/9 with education or experience and path to higher grades.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws.
• Conduct inspections of persons and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Interviewing

Observation

Judgment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs to enforce border, immigration, and customs laws and to inspect people and goods at points of entry. As a CBPO, you will help ensure lawful travel and trade while protecting national security.

The role offers base pay with federal benefits, potential overtime, and a structured promotion path. Comprehensive training and relocation considerations accompany diverse duty locations across the United States.