Customs and Border Protection Officer — Sunnyvale, CA

About the Mission

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers an exceptional opportunity to join an elite team of highly trained professionals dedicated to protecting America. As part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, you will uphold a mission defined by camaraderie, pride, and purpose. Your role is vital to safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity while protecting American interests.

About the Role

As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), you will become a valued member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession within a workforce of over 60,000 individuals. This career offers stability, great pay, and the chance to enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws. Your daily work involves facilitating legitimate trade and travel while conducting inspections to prevent the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods, such as drugs and contraband.

Training and Development

Selected candidates will undergo rigorous formal training to prepare for this demanding role. The process begins with a paid pre-academy orientation lasting approximately two weeks at your home port. This is followed by a comprehensive 101-day CBP Field Operations Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA. The academy covers basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, cargo examination, and physical fitness. Successful completion of the Academy is mandatory. Additionally, candidates assigned to specific locations, such as the southern border or Miami, must complete and pass an online Spanish training program.

Hiring Process

To apply, click the "Apply" button on this site to access the CBP Talent Network. Select "Customs and Border Protection Officer" as your Position of Interest. You will then receive links to the specific Job Opportunity Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS to complete your application. Be sure to review all details and submit required items, including your resume and transcripts. Candidates are evaluated based on their application materials and the CBPO Entrance Exam. As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you will receive monthly updates on webinars, career expos, and future opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

CBP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Work location

Work model: On-site

602, Santa Catalina Terrace, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, California, 94085, United States

Sunnyvale, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circleEnforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
check_circleConduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
check_circleDetermine the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
check_circlePrevent illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods
check_circleDetect and deter smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband
check_circleFacilitate the flow of legitimate trade and travel

Requirements

verifiedU.S. Citizen
verifiedPrimary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years
verifiedAge under 40 (unless veteran or current/former federal law enforcement)
verifiedBachelor's degree OR 3 years general work experience (GS-5)
verifiedBachelor's degree with 3.0+ GPA, honor society, or 1 year graduate education OR 1 year specialized law enforcement experience (GS-7)
verifiedSpecialized work experience equivalent to next lower grade level (GS-7)
verifiedSuccessful completion of CBP Field Operations Academy training

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and other insurance planscheck_circleGenerous annual and sick leave programcheck_circleThrift Savings Plan retirement plan (401k equivalent)check_circlePaid pre-academy orientation training

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Immigration Laws, Firearms Training, Physical Fitness, Spanish.

Education: Bachelor's degree in any field required for GS-5 qualification.

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In this Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) at U.S. Customs and Border Protection role, you will enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations; conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances; determine the admissibility of individuals for entry into the united states; and prevent illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods.

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To qualify for the Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) at U.S. Customs and Border Protection position, applicants should have: U.S. Citizen; Primary U.S. residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years; Age under 40 (unless veteran or current/former federal law enforcement); Bachelor's degree OR 3 years general work experience (GS-5); Bachelor's degree with 3.0+ GPA, honor society, or 1 year graduate education OR 1 year specialized law enforcement experience (GS-7); and Specialized work experience equivalent to next lower grade level (GS-7).

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Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is based in 602, Santa Catalina Terrace, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, California, 94085, United States. This is a on-site role.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has listed this Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) role as on-site.

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Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) at U.S. Customs and Border Protection typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

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Key skills for Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) at U.S. Customs and Border Protection include Immigration Laws; Firearms Training; Physical Fitness; and Spanish.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in any field required for GS-5 qualification.

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Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level) at U.S. Customs and Border Protection is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.

Customs and Border Protection Officer (Entry Level)