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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Fort Smith, S
1 day ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, a vital role in securing America's borders. With competitive salaries and recruitment incentives, this full-time position offers an impactful career in federal law enforcement.

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 (farm, traffic, etc.)
  • Patrolling using various vehicles and methods

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
  • Experience in military police or local/state law enforcement

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))$30,000 in recruitment incentives