U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are responsible for America’s border security at ports of entry, safeguarding our country and communities from terrorism, illegal activity, narcotics and human trafficking.
Typical Assignments Include:
- Detecting and preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the U.S.
- Enforcing customs, immigration and agricultural laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide
- Preventing the illegal trafficking of people, narcotics, and contraband into the U.S.
- Performing inspection, intelligence analysis, examination and law enforcement activities including apprehension, detention and arrest relative to arrival and departure of persons, conveyances and merchandise at ports of entry
- Conducting developmental level officer duties to protect the U.S. homeland, enforce federal laws and efficiently facilitate legitimate trade and travel
- Developing, planning and participating in tactical operations
- Interacting with carriers, other agencies and foreign entities to exchange information and provide guidance on admissibility/compliance