Border Protection Officer: Shielding Borders & Trade

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

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs across multiple grades, offering duty locations nationwide with pathways from GS-5 to GS-9. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and goods, and ensuring admissibility to the United States.

Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required. The package includes base pay varying by grade ($41,863–$127,464 annually), potential overtime, and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• KSAOs describe required knowledge of CBP laws, procedures and enforcement practices.
• Ability to perform inspections, interviews, and risk assessment in border security.
• Willingness to complete extensive training at FLTC Glynco, GA.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Manage the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Determine eligibility for entry to the United States and prevent illegal entry.
• Collaborate with law enforcement to prevent contraband and illicit activity.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Decision making

Observation & interviews

Imports/exports control

Primary inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Customs and Border Protection is hiring CBPOs across multiple grades, offering duty locations nationwide with pathways from GS-5 to GS-9. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and goods, and ensuring admissibility to the United States.

Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required. The package includes base pay varying by grade ($41,863–$127,464 annually), potential overtime, and federal benefits.