Entry-Level Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO

Jobtome; East Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers a challenging career as a CBPO with competitive federal pay and comprehensive benefits.

The role covers entry to mid-level positions with potential for advancement, and includes assignments at multiple duty locations across the United States, including California, Arizona, and others. Selected CBPOs work to enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, conduct inspections, and ensure the lawful flow of trade and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent as accepted for GS-5/7 eligibility.
• Experience in public safety, security, or law enforcement may qualify for GS-5/7/9
• Understanding of basic law enforcement procedures and safety protocols
• Citizenship and residency requirements for federal employment

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspecting individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Ensuring the lawful flow of trade and travel.
• Detaining or preventing entry of individuals or goods as required by law.
• Participating in investigations and enforcing federal regulations at borders

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers a challenging career as a CBPO with competitive federal pay and comprehensive benefits.

The role covers entry to mid-level positions with potential for advancement, and includes assignments at multiple duty locations across the United States, including California, Arizona, and others. Selected CBPOs work to enforce customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, conduct inspections, and ensure the lawful flow of trade and travel.