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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Webster, TX
2 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and embark on a fulfilling career in federal law enforcement. Leverage your prior law enforcement experience to secure borders, apprehend violators, and ensure the safety of the nation while enjoying competitive compensation and significant recruitment incentives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Securing borders and stopping illegal activity
  • Questioning individuals and inspecting documents and property
  • Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Tracking and interpreting signs of illegal entry
  • Performing various checks including farm, traffic, and building checks
  • Patrolling using various modes of transport

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level for GL-9
  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade for GS-11
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have lived primarily in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Must be referred before turning 40

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Military police experience
  • Experience in local/state law enforcement

Benefits & Perks

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