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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Flanders, NJ
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer, where you'll play a vital role in protecting American interests and securing our borders. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, benefits, and job stability as part of a dedicated federal law enforcement team.

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 the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
  • 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 restriction (must be referred before 40th birthday)
  • Specialized experience or education as per GS-9 qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university
  • Spanish language skills for certain locations

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives of 15%-25% of salary for certain locationsEligibility for up to $45,000 in overtime pay