Border Protection Officer — Secure Borders & Trade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time, entry and mid-level positions across multiple duty locations in the United States.

The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and ensuring the lawful flow of travel and trade. Compensation varies by grade (GS-5 to GS-12 with potential overtime and a full benefits package).

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3+ years general experience or 1 year at GS-4 or
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent 4-year course of study
• Combination of experience and education can qualify for GS-5

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility.
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States; prevent illegal entry of people and contraband.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Observation skills

Interrogation techniques

Communication

Law enforcement knowledge

Crisis management

Public safety

People skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) for full-time, entry and mid-level positions across multiple duty locations in the United States.

The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and ensuring the lawful flow of travel and trade. Compensation varies by grade (GS-5 to GS-12 with potential overtime and a full benefits package).