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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Fairmont, WV
1 day ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as an Experienced Border Patrol Agent, where you will play a crucial role in securing our borders and protecting the nation. Leverage your law enforcement experience to make a meaningful impact while enjoying competitive salary and benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Secure borders and stop illegal activity
  • Question individuals and inspect documents and property
  • Apprehend undocumented individuals or smugglers using covert surveillance
  • Track and interpret signs of illegal entry
  • Perform farm, traffic, building, city, and transport checks
  • Patrol using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, or motorcycles

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level for GL-9
  • Experience in searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
  • Experience in apprehending or restraining suspects
  • Experience in using firearms, writing reports, and gathering case evidence
  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade for GS-11
  • Experience in using intelligence to monitor criminal threats and operations
  • Experience in leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Experience in apprehending violators using surveillance and detection technology

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan