Border Protection Officer — Uphold Trade & Security

Jobtome; Oroville (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to safeguard the nation’s borders. The role spans entry screening, inspections, and enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws.

It offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, and job stability within a large federal agency. Positions range from entry to mid-level, with a structured career path and incentives.

Qualifications

• General experience and/or education required for GS-5; 3 years of general experience or a bachelor's degree.
• GS-7 requires specialized experience or graduate education.
• GS-9 requires substantial specialized experience or higher education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility.
• Promote legitimate trade and travel.
• Determine entry eligibility of individuals.
• Prevent smuggling and contraband at ports of entry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and decision-making

Observational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

4-year course of study

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to safeguard the nation’s borders. The role spans entry screening, inspections, and enforcing customs, immigration, and trade laws.

It offers competitive base pay, comprehensive federal benefits, and job stability within a large federal agency. Positions range from entry to mid-level, with a structured career path and incentives.