Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Launch a Federal Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Sick leave

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure borders. The role spans enforcement of customs, immigration, and trade regulations, with duties including inspections and eligibility determinations for entry into the United States.

Salary scales vary by grade from GS-5 to GS-9 (promotion potential to GS-11/12) with incentives and benefits such as health and dental insurance, extensive leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 qualification pathways with education or experience substitutions.
• Experience in law enforcement or related public safety fields is acceptable.
• Ability to learn and apply CBP procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances for admissibility and risk.
• Determine eligibility for entry into the United States.

Skills

CBP knowledge

Interrogation techniques

Risk assessment

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) to help secure borders. The role spans enforcement of customs, immigration, and trade regulations, with duties including inspections and eligibility determinations for entry into the United States.

Salary scales vary by grade from GS-5 to GS-9 (promotion potential to GS-11/12) with incentives and benefits such as health and dental insurance, extensive leave, and a Thrift Savings Plan.