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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Lakeland, FL
2 days ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and play a vital role in securing our borders. With competitive pay and extensive benefits, this career offers the opportunity for growth and a chance to make a significant impact in law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level (GL-9 or GS-11)
  • 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

  • Using intelligence to monitor criminal threats and operations
  • Leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Apprehending violators using surveillance and detection tech

Benefits & Perks

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