Border Security & Travel Enforcement Officer

Jobtome; Palominas (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspect individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility at U.S. borders.

This entry- to mid-level federal role offers strong base pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability. Selections are GS-5/7/9 with potential to GS-11/12; salary ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 per year plus overtime up to $45,000.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience (1 year at GS-4) or a bachelor's degree
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or advanced education
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate education

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
• Inspect individuals and conveyances
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States
• Enforce flow of legitimate trade and travel
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband smuggling

Skills

CBP knowledge & procedures

Judgment & decision making

Interviews & questioning

Observation & inspection

Public safety & enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspect individuals and conveyances, and determine admissibility at U.S. borders.

This entry- to mid-level federal role offers strong base pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability. Selections are GS-5/7/9 with potential to GS-11/12; salary ranges from $41,863 to $127,464 per year plus overtime up to $45,000.