CBP Officer: Secure Borders, Enforce Trade & Travel

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Emmalena (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual leave

Sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce laws at entry points, inspect individuals and cargo, and deter violations. The role requires readiness for federal training and eligibility based on education or prior public safety experience.

Eligible for federal retirement benefits and extensive leave programs. New hires may receive overtime opportunities, relocation incentives, and a path to a federal career within CBP.

Qualifications

• Education or prior general or experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify.
• A conferred bachelor's degree is required; other education levels are described in the posting.
• Eligible for federal law enforcement retirement provisions.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances; perform inspections for criminal activity and fraud.
• Detain violators and make arrests as required under law.
• Use observational techniques and gather information to assess threats and risk.
• Conduct interviews to obtain information and determine appropriate action.

Skills

Decision making

Observation

Interviewing

Law enforcement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce laws at entry points, inspect individuals and cargo, and deter violations. The role requires readiness for federal training and eligibility based on education or prior public safety experience.

Eligible for federal retirement benefits and extensive leave programs. New hires may receive overtime opportunities, relocation incentives, and a path to a federal career within CBP.