Border Protection Officer - Secure Borders & Trade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the agency responsible for securing the nation’s borders. CBP Officer (CBPO) positions offer federal employment benefits and potential recruitment incentives, with duty locations across the United States.

The CBPO role covers enforcing immigration, customs, and agricultural laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and ensuring lawful entry while safeguarding to prevent illicit activities and contraband.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3+ years general experience or a bachelor’s degree or a combination of experience and education.
• GS-7 requires specialized experience comparable to higher grade levels or a bachelor’s degree with SAA / graduate education.
• GS-9 requires specialized experience at least at the next lower grade level or graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensure flow of legitimate trade and travel across borders.
• Conduct inspections for potential illegal activity and contraband.

Skills

People interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the agency responsible for securing the nation’s borders. CBP Officer (CBPO) positions offer federal employment benefits and potential recruitment incentives, with duty locations across the United States.

The CBPO role covers enforcing immigration, customs, and agricultural laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and ensuring lawful entry while safeguarding to prevent illicit activities and contraband.