Border Security Officer - Protecting Travel & Trade

Jobtome; Walden (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple entry levels. Duties include enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility at U.S.

borders. This federal role offers competitive base pay, federal benefits, generous leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan. Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized locations under a multi-year service

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9/GS-12 qualification track with education or experience in public safety or law enforcement.
• Eligibility includes U.S. citizenship and residency requirements.
• Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is required.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensuring the flow of legitimate trade and travel and preventing illicit activity.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Border inspection procedures

Detaining and enforcing laws

Quick decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at multiple entry levels. Duties include enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws, inspecting individuals and conveyances, and determining admissibility at U.S.

borders. This federal role offers competitive base pay, federal benefits, generous leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan. Recruitment incentives of up to $15,000 per year are available for prioritized locations under a multi-year service