Entry-Level CBP Officer: Protect Borders & Earn Benefits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Additional 15,000 incentive per year (

Job summary

Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) are essential federal law enforcement professionals protecting U.S. borders. They perform inspections, enforce immigration and trade laws, and determine admissibility of entrants, with duties across various locations.

The agency offers strong federal benefits and potential incentives. Positions range from entry to mid-level, with promotion potential to higher grades and opportunities for overtime pay and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years of general experience or a bachelor's degree or equivalent education.
• GS-7 requires specialized experience or graduate education or a combination.
• GS-9 requires more advanced experience or education, or a combination.

Responsibilities

• Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture law 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 and smuggling of prohibited goods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and decision making

Public safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) are essential federal law enforcement professionals protecting U.S. borders. They perform inspections, enforce immigration and trade laws, and determine admissibility of entrants, with duties across various locations.

The agency offers strong federal benefits and potential incentives. Positions range from entry to mid-level, with promotion potential to higher grades and opportunities for overtime pay and retirement plans.