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Border Patrol Agent - Earn up to $30,000 in Recruitment Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Forest Park, IL
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and become part of a dedicated team protecting America. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our nation's borders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws
  • Facilitating legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining admissibility for entry into the U.S.
  • Preventing illegal entry and smuggling

Required Qualifications

  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators of laws
  • Enforcing laws on importing, exporting, and international shipping
  • Using intelligence techniques to identify threats
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • J.D. or LL.B. from an accredited institution

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential for additional salary incentives based on duty location