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Border Patrol Agent - Experienced (GL9 / GS11)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

West Caldwell, NJ
1 day ago
$63,148 - $120,145

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent, where you’ll leverage your law enforcement experience to protect the nation’s borders. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including recruitment incentives. Enjoy a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement and impactful work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Securing borders and stopping illegal activity
  • Questioning individuals and inspecting documents
  • Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers
  • Tracking signs of illegal entry
  • Performing various checks including farm, traffic, and transport checks
  • Patrolling using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, and motorcycles

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower level for GL-9
  • One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade for GS-11
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Residency in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
  • Age requirement: must be referred before turning 40

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior law enforcement experience
  • Military police experience
  • Experience using intelligence to monitor criminal threats

Benefits & Perks

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