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Border Patrol Agent

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Hawthorne, NJ
3 days ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Border Patrol Agent and be part of an elite team dedicated to protecting America's borders. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive pay, extensive benefits, and job stability while safeguarding national interests.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply)
  • One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in law enforcement
  • Master's degree or higher, or a combination of experience and education

Preferred Qualifications

  • Spanish language skills for certain locations

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and other insurance plansGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential for up to $45,000 in overtime payLocation recruitment incentives (15%-25% for select locations)