Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Guard Borders & Travel

Jobtome; Lajitas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Federal benefits package

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple duty locations nationwide.

The role combines enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws with inspections of individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility for entry into the United States. As a federal officer, you will serve a critical role in safeguarding borders, with a base salary across GS-5 to GS-9 grades, potential overtime, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures relevant to entry and inspection at borders.
• Ability to apply regulatory requirements to determine admissibility and enforce compliance.
• Proven capability to communicate and coordinate with diverse populations under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Manage inspections and screening in line with CBP procedures.
• Promote lawful travel and trade while preventing illegal entry and contraband.

Skills

CBP law knowledge

Decision making under pressure

Observation & interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple duty locations nationwide.

The role combines enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws with inspections of individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility for entry into the United States. As a federal officer, you will serve a critical role in safeguarding borders, with a base salary across GS-5 to GS-9 grades, potential overtime, and comprehensive benefits.