Entry-Level Federal Border Protection Officer

Jobtome; Rancho Santa Fe (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Thrift Savings Plan

Generous leave programs

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. The role involves enforcing customs and immigration laws, inspecting individuals and goods, and preventing illegal entry.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime eligibility and a broad benefits package. Newly offered positions may include recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under a multi-year contract.

Qualifications

• 3 years general experience (GS-5) or 1 year at GS-4 equivalent with people-facing duties.
• Education substitution: conferred bachelor's degree or 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
• Combination of experience and education may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Inspect individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Assess risk and apply laws to entry and travel processes.
• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of contraband.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Interviewing skills

Risk assessment

Decision making

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) at GS-5, GS-7, or GS-9 levels. The role involves enforcing customs and immigration laws, inspecting individuals and goods, and preventing illegal entry.

Starting salaries range from $41,863 to $127,464 per year, with overtime eligibility and a broad benefits package. Newly offered positions may include recruitment incentives up to $15,000 per year under a multi-year contract.