Border Security Officer: Protect Borders & Enforce Trade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Raymond (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. The role spans entry to mid-career levels with responsibilities including inspections, eligibility determinations, and enforcement of border laws.

The position offers federal benefits, potential overtime pay, and a variety of duty locations across the United States, with recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under certain location contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience requirements include at least 3 years general experience with ability to meet and deal with people, and education substitution options including a bachelor’s degree.
• Specialized experience for GS-7 includes performing physical inspections and applying laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Enforcing the 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 and contraband smuggling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Observation skills

Public safety basics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to join a large federal law enforcement workforce. The role spans entry to mid-career levels with responsibilities including inspections, eligibility determinations, and enforcement of border laws.

The position offers federal benefits, potential overtime pay, and a variety of duty locations across the United States, with recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under certain location contracts.