Entry-Level CBP Officer: Protect Borders & Trade

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

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in various entry and mid-level positions. The role supports enforcing laws at the borders, with potential for advancement to higher GS grades and eligibility for benefits including health, leave, and retirement plans.

Positions include locations nationwide with recruitment incentives and relocation considerations. Training follows the federal law enforcement framework with strict eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

• GS-5: 3 years general experience or 1 year at GS-4 level, or a bachelor’s degree, or a combination of experience and education.
• GS-7: 1 year specialized experience, or a bachelor’s with high achievement, or graduate education, or combination.
• GS-9: 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade level or advanced degree, or combination of both.

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 and contraband.

Education

Bachelor's degree or successful completion of a 4-year course leading to a bachelor's degree

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) in various entry and mid-level positions. The role supports enforcing laws at the borders, with potential for advancement to higher GS grades and eligibility for benefits including health, leave, and retirement plans.

Positions include locations nationwide with recruitment incentives and relocation considerations. Training follows the federal law enforcement framework with strict eligibility requirements.