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Border Patrol Agent

United States Customs and Border Protection

Fort Defiance, AZ
20 days ago
$49,739 - $96,116

Job Description

Join the elite team of U.S. Border Patrol Agents dedicated to protecting America’s borders and deterring illicit activities. Enjoy competitive pay, significant recruitment incentives, and robust federal benefits while serving in an exciting law enforcement career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Detecting, preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers
  • Maintaining surveillance from covert positions
  • Responding to electronic sensor alarms
  • Conducting patrols along the international boundary and coastal waterways
  • Using various government assets for border protection

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Age under 40 at time of application
  • One year of general work experience or a bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or prior law enforcement experience
  • Experience in military law enforcement

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leave programParticipation in the Thrift Savings Plan (401k equivalent)Recruitment incentives up to $30,000