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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Mission Bend, TX
3 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and take on a vital role in securing our borders. With competitive salaries and recruitment incentives, this full-time position offers a rewarding career in federal law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Securing borders and stopping illegal activity
  • Questioning individuals and inspecting documents and property
  • Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Tracking and interpreting signs of illegal entry
  • Performing various checks (farm, traffic, building, etc.)
  • Patrolling using various modes of transport

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the GL-9 level for GL-9 applicants
  • One year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level for GS-11 applicants
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Must be referred before turning 40

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Military police experience
  • Local/state law enforcement experience

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid leaveThrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))Recruitment incentives up to $30,000