Entry-Level CBP Officer: Secure Borders & Trade

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at entry and mid-levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry to the United States.

Officers are paid according to GS grade levels with opportunities for overtime. A comprehensive federal benefits package includes health and other insurance, generous leave, and the Thrift Savings Plan.

Qualifications

• GS-5 requires 3 years general experience or a bachelor's degree or a combination of both.
• GS-7 requires specialized experience or graduate education as applicable.
• GS-9 requires higher-level experience or education and related substitutions.

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 and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws/regulations

Inspection and screening skills

Decision making under pressure

Public safety communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at entry and mid-levels. The role involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws, inspecting people and conveyances, and determining admissibility for entry to the United States.

Officers are paid according to GS grade levels with opportunities for overtime. A comprehensive federal benefits package includes health and other insurance, generous leave, and the Thrift Savings Plan.