Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and become part of an elite law enforcement team dedicated to safeguarding America. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, extensive benefits, and the opportunity to protect national interests.
Key Responsibilities
Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
Determining admissibility of individuals for entry
Preventing illegal entry and smuggling
Required Qualifications
Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
Detaining suspected violators of laws
Enforcing laws and regulations related to international shipping
Utilizing intelligence techniques to identify threats
Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
U.S. Citizenship
Primary U.S. residency for three of the last five years
Age restriction: Must be referred before 40th birthday
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher
LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited institution
Veterans’ preference eligibility
Benefits & Perks
Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanRecruitment incentives up to 25% of salary for certain locations