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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Roodhouse, JM
3 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and play a critical role in protecting America's borders while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
  • Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Age under 40 (some exceptions apply)
  • Specialized experience or education equivalent to GS-9

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • Experience in law enforcement
  • Spanish language skills for certain locations

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential for overtime pay up to $45,000Location-based recruitment incentives