Entry-Level Border Protection Officer — Federal LEO Career

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

Job summary

Jobtome is listing a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) position with CBP, a major US federal agency under DHS. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility of entrants at points of entry.

The job includes base pay variations by grade (GS-5/7/9) and potential overtime pay, with recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under specific location-based offers. Applicants must meet federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of GS-5/7/9 eligibility based on education or general experience.
• Ability to enforce laws and regulations across customs, immigration, and agriculture.
• Capability to conduct inspections and determine admissibility at entry points.
• Knowledge of CBP processes and procedures for border security.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CBP laws & regulations

Interviewing/ questioning

Risk assessment

Decision making

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Jobtome is listing a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) position with CBP, a major US federal agency under DHS. The role covers enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility of entrants at points of entry.

The job includes base pay variations by grade (GS-5/7/9) and potential overtime pay, with recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under specific location-based offers. Applicants must meet federal requirements.