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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

El Cajon, CA
4 days ago
$49,739 - $96,116

Job Description

Join the U.S. Border Patrol as a Border Patrol Agent, where you will protect America's borders and participate in law enforcement activities. This full-time position offers competitive salaries, recruitment incentives, and comprehensive federal benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers
  • Maintaining surveillance from covert positions
  • Responding to alarms and interpreting physical evidence
  • Conducting patrols and checks using various government assets
  • Occasional travel based on operational needs

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Ability to speak and read Spanish
  • Ability to make sound decisions in stressful situations
  • One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Graduate-level education in law enforcement related fields

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leave programParticipation in Thrift Savings Plan (similar to 401k)Recruitment incentives up to $30,000