Border Security Officer - Federal Law Enforcement

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

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the federal agency responsible for securing the nation's borders. CBPOs perform inspections, enforce laws at entry points, and support operations across multiple duty locations.

This role offers base pay at GS-5/7/9 grades, with potential promotion to higher grades and substantial benefits. Newly appointed CBPOs may receive incentives and participate in federal retirement and savings plans.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions.
• Ability to control imports/exports to detect smuggling and fraud.
• Ability to perform primary inspection by questioning and observing individuals.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Ensuring flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry of individuals and contraband.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Judgment & decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Observation & inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is the federal agency responsible for securing the nation's borders. CBPOs perform inspections, enforce laws at entry points, and support operations across multiple duty locations.

This role offers base pay at GS-5/7/9 grades, with potential promotion to higher grades and substantial benefits. Newly appointed CBPOs may receive incentives and participate in federal retirement and savings plans.