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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

West University Place, TX
3 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent to safeguard America while enjoying competitive pay, extensive benefits, and job stability. Be part of a dedicated team that protects the nation's borders and enhances economic prosperity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitate legitimate trade and travel
  • Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determine admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
  • Prevent illegal entry of individuals and contraband

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Experience in detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Experience in enforcing laws related to importing and exporting
  • Experience in utilizing intelligence techniques
  • Experience in conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits & Perks

Health and dental insuranceGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential recruitment incentives based on duty location