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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Tinley Park, IL
2 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent to protect America's borders. Leverage your law enforcement experience in a rewarding career with competitive pay and significant recruitment incentives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Secure borders and prevent illegal activities
  • Question individuals and inspect documents
  • Apprehend undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Track signs of illegal entry
  • Perform various checks (farm, traffic, building, city, transport)
  • Patrol using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, and motorcycles

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the GL-9 level
  • Experience in law enforcement, including military police or local/state law enforcement
  • Proficiency in firearms and report writing

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in using intelligence to monitor criminal threats
  • Experience leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Experience in apprehending violators using surveillance technology

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k))Recruitment incentives up to $30,000