Border Security & Trade Compliance Officer

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Minnesota; 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 entry and mid-level ranks to safeguard the nation’s borders. The role spans enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility of entrants.

Selections range from GS-5 to GS-9 with potential promotion to higher grades. Base pay varies by grade, with overtime eligibility and robust federal benefits including health, leave, and TSP retirement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and precedents and CBP officer procedures.
• Ability to apply laws and procedures during inspections and investigations.
• Skill in rapidly assessing risk and making determinations at entry points.
• Ability to conduct thorough inspections of persons, documents, and goods.
• Ability to interview and question individuals to establish admissibility.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Assess eligibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.
• Manage duties across various locations and shift assignments.

Skills

CBP laws & regs

Law enforcement methods

Rapid decision making

Inspection techniques

Observation & interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at entry and mid-level ranks to safeguard the nation’s borders. The role spans enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility of entrants.

Selections range from GS-5 to GS-9 with potential promotion to higher grades. Base pay varies by grade, with overtime eligibility and robust federal benefits including health, leave, and TSP retirement.