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Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level, Up to $30,000 Recruitment Incentive

United States Customs and Border Protection

Wellton, AZ
9 days ago
$49,739 - $96,116

Job Description

Join the U.S. Border Patrol as an entry-level Border Patrol Agent, safeguarding America's borders and deterring illicit activities. Enjoy competitive pay, extensive training, and comprehensive federal benefits while making a significant impact in law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers
  • Responding to electronic sensor alarms and interpreting physical evidence
  • Patrolling international boundaries and coastal waterways
  • Using government assets for border protection
  • Completing training at the Border Patrol Academy

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Age under 40 at application time (with some exceptions)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Ability to speak and read Spanish

Benefits & Perks

Health and dental insuranceGenerous annual and sick leaveThrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent)Recruitment incentives up to $30,000