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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

East Brunswick, NJ
3 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, where your law enforcement experience can help secure the nation's borders. This full-time role offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact on national security.

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 checks in various environments
  • Patrolling using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, etc.

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level
  • Searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
  • Apprehending or restraining suspects in violation of law
  • Using firearms, writing reports, serving warrants, and gathering case evidence

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Military police experience

Benefits & Perks

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