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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Ridgefield Park, NJ
2 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and play a crucial role in securing America's borders. With competitive salary and recruitment incentives, this full-time position offers opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Secure borders and stop illegal activity
  • Question individuals and inspect documents and property
  • Apprehend undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Perform farm, traffic, building, and transport checks
  • Patrol using various vehicles and methods

Required Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Specialized experience in searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
  • Ability to apprehend or restrain suspects
  • Proficiency in using firearms and writing reports

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Using intelligence to monitor criminal threats
  • Apprehending violators using surveillance and detection technology

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan (similar to 401(k))