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This is a career opportunity to work with a highly trained team of professionals who are dedicated to protecting America. As a Customs and Border Protection Officer, you will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, working to safeguard our nation's borders.

You will be responsible for enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations, facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel, conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances, and determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.

Typical assignments include:

• Enforcing customs and immigration laws.
• Conducting inspections and investigations.
• Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.

To be eligible for this position, you must have one of the following:

• Experience: Three years of full-time general work experience demonstrating ability to interact with the public and apply information.
• Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Combination: A combination of general work experience and college education.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer, you will receive comprehensive federal benefits including health, dental, vision, sick and annual leave, and retirement plans. You may also be eligible for recruitment incentives.

In addition to the required skills and qualifications, you must be a U.S. citizen, have lived in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years, and not be older than 40 (some exceptions apply).

Formal Training: Two-week paid pre-academy orientation followed by a 101-day CBP Field Operations Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA.

The role requires highly trained professionals dedicated to enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Facilitate legitimate trade and travel while preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband through effective inspection and enforcement methods.

This is a career ladder position with opportunities for promotion up to GS-12 level.

About the Role

You will be part of a vital workforce, working alongside a team of highly trained professionals to safeguard America.

This is a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement, comprehensive benefits, and competitive pay.

Key Responsibilities

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• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture regulations.
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• Facilitate the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
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• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
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• Prevent illegal entry and smuggling of prohibited goods and contraband.
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Training and Qualifications

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• Complete an intensive two-week orientation followed by a 101-day academy at a federal training center.
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• Meet one of the following qualifications:
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• GS-5: One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
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• GS-7: One year of specialized experience including inspections, law enforcement, and regulatory compliance, or a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement or one year of graduate-level education.
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The U.S. government offers a rewarding career in law enforcement as a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO). This position involves enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

• Enforce laws and regulations to prevent the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods.
• Facilitate legitimate trade and travel by conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine admissibility for entry into the United States.
• Prevent smuggling and contraband entry.

• Career progression with promotion potential up to GS-12.
• Eligible for promotion to the next higher grade after 52 weeks at each level.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, sick leave, annual leave, and retirement plans.
• Recruitment incentives: up to 25% of salary depending on location.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Residency requirement: must have lived in the U.S. for 3 out of the last 5 years.
• Age limit: referred before turning 40 (exceptions apply for federal or veteran candidates).
• Veterans eligible for VRA appointment; age limit may not apply.
• Formal training includes paid orientation and CBP Field Operations Academy at FLETC in Glynco, GA.

Protect America's Borders and Economy

We are seeking a skilled Customs and Border Protection Officer to join our team. As a CBPO, you will be responsible for enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations while facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.

Protecting America's borders is a critical mission that requires dedication, integrity and a strong sense of purpose.

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer, you will be part of a highly trained team that safeguards our nation's economic prosperity by enforcing customs, immigration and agriculture laws.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Enforcing laws and regulations to prevent the illegal entry of individuals and goods.
• Facilitating legitimate trade and travel while preventing illicit activity.
• Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances to determine admissibility.
• Preventing smuggling of contraband and ensuring public safety.

You will have the opportunity to choose from various locations across the country, including Tecate, San Ysidro, Key West, Honolulu and Portal.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including annual base salary ranging from $61,111 to $124,443 per year, plus eligibility for overtime pay. We also offer an array of federal employment benefits, including health, dental and other insurance plans, generous annual and sick leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.

This role offers a unique combination of challenge, rewards and opportunities for growth and development. As a Customs and Border Protection Officer, you will have the chance to make a meaningful contribution to national security and public safety while working with a talented and dedicated team.

Join us and discover a career that is both fulfilling and rewarding.

We are seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to fill the position of Customs and Border Protection Officer. As a CBPO, you will play a vital role in safeguarding our nation's borders, facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel, and enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
• Facilitate the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances.
• Determine the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level including inspections, law enforcement, and regulatory compliance.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Residency: Must have lived in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years.
• Age Limit: Must be referred before turning 40 (some exceptions apply for federal or veteran candidates).

• An annual base salary ranging from $40,332 to $109,952 per year.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, sick and annual leave, and retirement plans.
• The opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals and gain valuable experience in law enforcement and customs regulation.

• Formal training includes law enforcement procedures, immigration law, Spanish language, physical fitness, and firearms.
• You will be eligible for promotion to the next higher grade after 52 weeks at each level, subject to agency discretion.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community and contribute to the safety and security of our nation. If you are a motivated and dedicated individual looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.

Key Job Overview

As a Customs Officer, you will be part of a highly skilled team that plays a vital role in safeguarding national security and facilitating legitimate trade and travel.

Border Security Professional

Safeguard American interests and promote economic prosperity as a Customs and Border Protection Officer.

• Enforce laws and regulations related to customs, immigration, and agriculture.
• Facilitate legitimate trade and travel while preventing illicit activity.
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances to ensure compliance.
• Determine the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
• Prevent the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods, and detect smuggling of contraband.

• Meet the GS-9 grade level requirements through experience, education, or a combination of both.
• Have specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including detaining suspected violators, enforcing laws, and utilizing intelligence techniques.
• Possess a master's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Meet citizenship, residency, age restriction, and veterans' preference requirements.

• Annual base salary varies based on location and experience.
• Eligibility for overtime pay, health insurance, dental insurance, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.
• Location incentives available for certain locations.

Develop a rewarding career by applying your skills and expertise in this critical role.