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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Skokie, IL
5 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, where you'll protect American interests and secure the nation. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and stability while working with a dedicated team in law enforcement.

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 admissibility of individuals for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry of individuals and contraband

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply)
  • Experience in law enforcement or related field

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's or higher degree
  • Graduate-level education
  • Spanish language proficiency (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% based on location