Entry-Level Border Protection Officer — Start Federal Career

Adzuna; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role. The agency protects the nation’s borders from terrorism, illegal migration, and smuggling, while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

Positions span entry to mid-level with clear promotion potential and comprehensive federal benefits. Selected officers work full-time, often at priority duty locations, with base pay at GS-5/7/9 levels, overtime eligibility, and a strong

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years of general experience or a bachelor's degree or combination of experience and education.
• GS-7 requires 1 year specialized experience or a bachelor’s degree with SAA or graduate education.
• GS-9 requires 1 year specialized experience or a master’s degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified individuals for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) role. The agency protects the nation’s borders from terrorism, illegal migration, and smuggling, while facilitating lawful travel and trade.

Positions span entry to mid-level with clear promotion potential and comprehensive federal benefits. Selected officers work full-time, often at priority duty locations, with base pay at GS-5/7/9 levels, overtime eligibility, and a strong