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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Sumter, SC
2 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, where you'll play a vital role in safeguarding our nation's borders and enhancing economic prosperity. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and job stability while working alongside a dedicated team of law enforcement professionals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility of individuals for entry
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling of contraband

Required Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply)
  • Specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators and arresting using proper methods
  • Enforcing laws and regulations related to importing/exporting
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis
  • Conducting law enforcement interviews

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited institution
  • Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanUp to $45,000 in overtime payLocation recruitment incentives (15%-25% additional salary)