CBP Officer: Border Security & Law Enforcement

Jobtome; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (TSP)

Sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in a challenging federal role. The position covers enforcement of customs and immigration laws, inspections, and eligibility determinations, with career progression across GS grades and robust employee benefits.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) and include overtime potential. Recruiters offer incentives and prioritized duty locations across several states, including California.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience, or a bachelor’s degree, or a combination.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or graduate education, or a combination.
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or higher degree, or a combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances at entry points.
• Determining admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

CBP knowledge & regulations

Inspection techniques

Risk assessment

Decision making under pressure

Interviews & questioning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in a challenging federal role. The position covers enforcement of customs and immigration laws, inspections, and eligibility determinations, with career progression across GS grades and robust employee benefits.

Starting salaries vary by grade (GS-5 to GS-9) and include overtime potential. Recruiters offer incentives and prioritized duty locations across several states, including California.