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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Webster, TX
3 days ago
$63,148 – $120,145

Job Description

Join the U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and play a crucial role in securing the nation's borders. With a competitive salary range and significant recruitment incentives, you'll receive the training and support needed to excel in law enforcement. This full-time position offers opportunities for advancement while ensuring economic stability and public safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • Securing borders and stopping illegal activities
  • Questioning individuals and inspecting documents
  • Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Tracking and interpreting signs of illegal entry
  • Performing various checks (farm, traffic, buildings, etc.)
  • Patrolling using different vehicles and methods

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the GL-8 level or equivalent
  • Experience in searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
  • Experience in apprehending or restraining suspects in violation of law
  • Experience using firearms and writing reports

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience using intelligence to monitor criminal threats
  • Experience leading fraud or contraband investigations
  • Experience in apprehending violators using surveillance technology

Benefits & Perks

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