Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Start a Federal Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Leave/retirement benefits

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple duty locations. This career offers solid base pay, federal benefits, and retention incentives, with a pathway from entry to mid-level positions.

The role focuses on safeguarding borders while enforcing customs, immigration, and related laws. Selected candidates may be assigned to prioritized locations including several in California, Arizona, and other states, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• GS-5/GS-7/GS-9 qualification tracks with education or experience.
• Citizenship and residency requirements apply.
• Age and veteran preference provisions may apply.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law and regulations.
• Enforcing the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods.

Skills

CBP laws and regs

Inspection and screening

Decision making

Interviewing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) across multiple duty locations. This career offers solid base pay, federal benefits, and retention incentives, with a pathway from entry to mid-level positions.

The role focuses on safeguarding borders while enforcing customs, immigration, and related laws. Selected candidates may be assigned to prioritized locations including several in California, Arizona, and other states, with opportunities for