Entry-Level CBP Officer: Border Security & Travel

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Cedar Lake (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect individuals and goods, and ensure the lawful flow of trade and travel.

The role involves interviewing suspects, performing risk assessments, and applying applicable regulations at border entry points and ports of entry. The position offers federal benefits, training, and opportunities to work at various locations across the United States,

Qualifications

• This position requires a conferred bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study.
• Master's degree or higher or two years of graduate education may fulfill requirements.
• Candidate may qualify with education combined with relevant public safety or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Ensuring the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Performing physical inspections for criminal activity, fraud, and illegal operations.
• Applying federal, state, or local laws and regulations during inspections.
• Detaining violators and making arrests using proper law enforcement methods.
• Enforcing laws related to importing/exporting and international shipping.
• Using intelligence to identify threats and perform risk assessments.
• Conducting interviews to gather information for case action.
• Knowledge of CBP processes, procedures, and enforcement techniques.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws, inspect individuals and goods, and ensure the lawful flow of trade and travel.

The role involves interviewing suspects, performing risk assessments, and applying applicable regulations at border entry points and ports of entry. The position offers federal benefits, training, and opportunities to work at various locations across the United States,