Border Protection Officer: Secure Borders & Travel

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Vado (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and other insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Incentives up to $15,000 per year (3‑/

Incentives up to $15,000 per year (4‑)

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). You will enforce customs and immigration laws, conduct inspections, and assess risk at borders, airports, and ports of entry. The role supports national security and legitimate travel and trade.

Candidates must have a conferred bachelor's degree (or higher) and meet residency and training requirements. The position offers a pathway into federal law enforcement with extensive benefits and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university.
• Master's degree or higher, or two years of graduate education may be considered.
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments under law enforcement requirements.
• US residency for the required period.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Performing physical inspections of persons, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, or illegal operations.
• Using intelligence techniques and risk assessments for national security.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Law enforcement experience

Interrogation & interviewing

Observation & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO). You will enforce customs and immigration laws, conduct inspections, and assess risk at borders, airports, and ports of entry. The role supports national security and legitimate travel and trade.

Candidates must have a conferred bachelor's degree (or higher) and meet residency and training requirements. The position offers a pathway into federal law enforcement with extensive benefits and paid leave.