Entry-Level Border Protection Officer: Start a Federal LEO Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across the United States. The role includes enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Positions offer competitive base pay, overtime potential, and a robust benefits package. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year apply when selecting prioritized locations, with several location options nationwide.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 qualification framework described, with education or experience substitutions.
• Knowledge of CBP laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and trade laws.
• Inspect individuals, documents, and conveyances at ports of entry.
• Determine admissibility of entrants to the United States.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.
• Support risk-based screening and enforcement actions.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Inspection techniques

Detention & arrest

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) across the United States. The role includes enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, conducting inspections, and determining admissibility at points of entry.

Positions offer competitive base pay, overtime potential, and a robust benefits package. Recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year apply when selecting prioritized locations, with several location options nationwide.