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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Richford, VT
3 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and play a vital role in securing the nation's borders. This full-time position offers competitive salaries, generous recruitment incentives, and opportunities for career advancement in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Secure U.S. borders and stop illegal activity
  • Question individuals and inspect documents and property
  • Apprehend undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Track and interpret signs of illegal entry
  • Perform various checks and patrol using multiple modes of transport

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the GL-9 level including searching detained persons and vehicles
  • Apprehending or restraining suspects in violation of law
  • Using firearms, writing reports, and gathering case evidence

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level including using intelligence to monitor criminal threats
  • Leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Apprehending violators using surveillance and detection technology

Benefits & Perks

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